Standard Croatian Mixed Salad
Bright, fresh, and delightfully simple, the Standard Croatian Mixed Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp vegetables brought to life with a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and tender lettuce, this quick 15-minute salad is a cornerstone of Croatian cuisine, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Thin slices of red onion add a subtle sharpness, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper elevate the dish's natural freshness. Ideal as a refreshing side dish, it's a versatile staple that complements hearty proteins, grilled dishes, or light summer meals. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this easy-to-make salad is a go-to recipe for adding color and nutrition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Bell Pepper
- 1 small Red Onion
- 1 head Leaf Lettuce
- 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all the vegetables and lettuce leaves thoroughly.
Cut the tomatoes into small wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the bowl.
Remove the seeds from the bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Add the strips to the bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it finely into thin rings. Add to the salad bowl.
Tear or chop the leaf lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add it to the vegetables in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine everything evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or vinegar, if desired.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2480 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2705 mg | 58% | |
*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.
