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A crisp and refreshing side salad featuring mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumber, all tossed in a simple homemade vinaigrette. The perfect light accompaniment to any main course.
For 4 servings
Prepare the vinaigrette
Assemble the salad
Dress and serve
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This american recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 137.23 calories per serving with 2.35g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Add 1/2 cup of canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained) or 2 tablespoons of toasted sunflower seeds per serving for a protein boost.
If you're short on time, use your favorite store-bought vegan vinaigrette instead of making it from scratch.
Use a milder vinegar like apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar. You can also add some sweet corn to make it more appealing to kids.
For a lower-fat version, reduce the olive oil to 1.5 tablespoons and increase the vinegar to 4.5 tablespoons for a tangier dressing.
The variety of fresh vegetables provides essential nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and potassium, which support immune function and overall health.
Extra virgin olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health.
With high-water-content vegetables like cucumber and tomatoes, this salad helps with hydration while being very low in calories, making it great for weight management.
Yes, this salad is very healthy. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the fresh vegetables, and contains healthy monounsaturated fats from the olive oil. It's low in calories and naturally vegan.
One serving of this Garden Side Salad with vinaigrette contains approximately 150-160 calories, making it a light and healthy side dish.
You can prepare the components ahead of time. Wash and chop the vegetables and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. The vinaigrette can also be made and stored separately. Combine and dress the salad just before serving.
This versatile salad pairs well with almost any main course, such as grilled tofu, pasta dishes, veggie burgers, or a hearty soup.
