Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and refreshing Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette—a perfect harmony of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, all brought together by a homemade dressing that’s as sophisticated as it is simple. This recipe highlights the herbal elegance of fresh tarragon, which pairs beautifully with the tang of white wine vinegar, the subtle heat of Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this nutrient-packed salad makes a light yet flavorful side dish or a satisfying appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quick, healthy meal, this salad is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Tarragon leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion to the salad bowl. Toss gently to combine.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the chopped tarragon leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasoning, if needed, by adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to balance the flavors.
Drizzle the tarragon vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately as a light and flavorful appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.3 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1375 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1911 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.
