Simple Salad
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly delicious, this Simple Salad is perfect for a quick, nourishing bite! Featuring crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and a hint of tangy red onion, this easy salad is brought to life with a zesty homemade vinaigrette of olive oil and lemon juice. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed as a vibrant side dish or a light, healthy main. Customize it with crumbled feta or toasted nuts for added flavor and texture. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, this salad celebrates wholesome ingredients in the most delightful way! Keywords: simple salad recipe, quick salad, fresh salad ideas, healthy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or lettuce)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Optional: crumbled feta cheese or toasted nuts
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds, then add them to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl. Use less onion if you prefer a milder flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a simple vinaigrette dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
If desired, top the salad with crumbled feta cheese or toasted nuts for added flavor and texture.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1158 mg | 25% | |
*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.
