Mixed Greens with Tomato Ginger Dressing
Brighten up your salad game with this vibrant recipe for Mixed Greens with Tomato Ginger Dressing. Featuring a crisp medley of arugula, spinach, and baby kale, this healthy salad is perfectly complemented by a zesty homemade dressing infused with the bold flavors of fresh ginger, tomato paste, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. Balanced with tangy rice vinegar and smooth olive oil, the dressing pairs beautifully with the fresh crunch of cherry tomatoes. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and nutritious dish is perfect for a light lunch, dinner side, or an elegant starter. Whether served immediately or slightly chilled, it’s a delicious way to transform everyday greens into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale, etc.)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large serving bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the mixed greens.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the tomato paste, grated ginger, olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more salt, pepper, or honey to taste).
Drizzle the tomato ginger dressing over the mixed greens and cherry tomatoes, tossing gently to coat evenly.
Serve immediately or chill for up to 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 265 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
