Swiss Salad for Our Swiss Sister Tigerduck
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.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
Rinse and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the shredded Gruyère cheese, toasted walnuts, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the greens.
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.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Add a pinch of salt or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Serve immediately as a light and refreshing main course or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.2 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2167 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.6 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1369 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2149 mg | 46% | |
*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.
