Salad Greens and Mustard Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this fresh and vibrant Salad Greens and Mustard Vinaigrette recipe, a quick and wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring a medley of mixed greens like arugula, spinach, and romaine, this salad is complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes and crisp cucumber slices for a refreshing crunch. The star of the dish is the homemade mustard vinaigrette, a zesty blend of extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, a hint of honey, and minced garlic, creating a perfectly balanced dressing that’s both tangy and slightly sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad works beautifully as a healthy side dish or a light standalone meal. Packed with flavor and simple to prepare, this is your go-to recipe for effortless elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the salad greens using a salad spinner or paper towels.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice into thin half-moons.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is emulsified and smooth.
In a large serving bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
Drizzle the mustard vinaigrette over the salad, starting with a small amount and adding more according to taste.
Toss the salad gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light standalone meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1601 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1627 mg | 35% | |
*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.
