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A crisp and refreshing green salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, tossed in a classic homemade balsamic vinaigrette. The perfect simple side to any meal, ready in just 10 minutes.
For 4 servings
Make the balsamic vinaigrette
Assemble the salad
Serve immediately
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A crisp and refreshing green salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, tossed in a classic homemade balsamic vinaigrette. The perfect simple side to any meal, ready in just 10 minutes.
This italian_american recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 128.76 calories per serving with 1.68g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side or lunch or dinner.
Add 1 cup of chickpeas, grilled chicken strips, or a chopped hard-boiled egg for a protein boost.
This recipe is naturally vegan. Just ensure your Dijon mustard does not contain any non-vegan ingredients.
Use a milder lettuce like iceberg or butter lettuce, and add some shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
Add other nutrient-dense vegetables like shredded carrots, bell peppers, or a handful of spinach for extra vitamins.
The fresh vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber provide essential vitamins like Vitamin K and C, as well as minerals and antioxidants.
Extra virgin olive oil is a key component of the Mediterranean diet and provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
With a high water content from cucumber and lettuce, this salad is hydrating and low in calories, making it a great choice for a light side dish.
Yes, it's very healthy. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the fresh vegetables, and contains healthy monounsaturated fats from the olive oil in the dressing.
One serving of this salad has approximately 100-120 calories, with most of the calories coming from the olive oil in the vinaigrette.
Absolutely! The balsamic vinaigrette can be made up to a week ahead of time. Store it in a sealed jar in the refrigerator. Just shake it well before using.
This salad is a great base for additions like croutons for crunch, feta or parmesan cheese for saltiness, or toasted nuts and seeds for texture and healthy fats.
