Oil and Vinegar Salad
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly simple, this Oil and Vinegar Salad is a timeless classic perfect for any meal. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a pop of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is brought to life with a zesty homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a dash of dried oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a quick, healthy option for busy weeknights, whether served as a side dish or a light main course. Bursting with vibrant vegetables and classic Mediterranean flavors, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a go-to favorite for effortless dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
Whisk or shake the dressing ingredients until they are well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve the salad immediately as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1364 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1940 mg | 41% | |
*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.
