Salad Greens with Italian Dressing
Fresh, vibrant, and irresistibly simple, this Salad Greens with Italian Dressing recipe is a go-to side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Featuring a crisp mix of romaine, spinach, and arugula, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, this salad comes alive with a homemade Italian dressing that's both zesty and savory. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a medley of dried herbs, the dressing is a perfectly balanced combination of tangy and aromatic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or as a refreshing complement to hearty entrées. Toss it all together, sprinkle with Parmesan for an optional touch of decadence, and enjoy a salad that’s fresh, flavorful, and Italian-inspired!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Half the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Slice the cucumber and quarter the slices if they are large. Add them to the bowl.
Add the thinly sliced red onion to the bowl with the greens and other vegetables.
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together in the bowl, or seal the jar and shake it vigorously until the dressing is emulsified.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar according to your preference.
Pour the Italian dressing over the salad greens and toss gently until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.0 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1528 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 361 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1690 mg | 36% | |
*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.
