Swiss Salad for Our Swiss Sister Tigerduck

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Brighten your mealtime routine with the "Swiss Salad for Our Swiss Sister Tigerduck"—a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the finest Swiss-inspired flavors with fresh, wholesome ingredients. This salad features a medley of crisp mixed greens like Swiss chard, spinach, and arugula, paired with the nutty richness of shredded Gruyère cheese and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. Juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber slices, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add vibrant color and refreshing flavors. It's all brought together with a tangy-sweet homemade dressing made with white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light main course or a show-stopping side dish. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a quick, healthy meal, this recipe promises a delicious taste of Switzerland in every bite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 5 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., Swiss chard, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
• 1 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Rinse and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel. Place them in a large salad bowl.

2. Add the shredded Gruyère cheese, toasted walnuts, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the greens.

3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to ensure everything is evenly coated.

5. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

6. Serve immediately as a light and refreshing main course or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (228.5g)

Calories		449
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		39.5 g	51%
	Saturated Fat	8.9 g	45%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		29 mg	10%
Sodium		493 mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate		13.7 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	4.8 g	17%
	Total Sugars	6.4 g
Protein		15.1 g	30%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		333 mg	26%
Iron		2.5 mg	14%
Potassium		636 mg	14%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1420 cal (75.5%%)

Protein: 242 cal (12.9%%)

Carbs: 217 cal (11.6%%)