Romaine and Radicchio Salad with Cucumber
Bright, crisp, and bursting with contrasting flavors, this Romaine and Radicchio Salad with Cucumber is a showstopper for any meal. Featuring crunchy romaine lettuce and boldly bitter radicchio, this vibrant blend is balanced by the cool, refreshing bite of cucumber. A homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard brings a tangy-sweet complexity to every bite, while a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a delicate herbaceous finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and healthy salad is perfect as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish for lunch or dinner. Ideal for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this salad celebrates the best of fresh, seasonal greens with a gourmet touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 head Radicchio
- 1 Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and radicchio. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and chop the radicchio into thin slices, discarding the core.
Peel the cucumber (if desired) and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the romaine, radicchio, and cucumber slices to a large salad bowl.
Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped chives over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, crisp flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 944 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2341 mg | 50% | |
*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.
