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A crisp, refreshing salad with mixed greens and cucumber, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. The perfect light side dish for any meal, ready in just 5 minutes.
Prepare the vinaigrette
Assemble the salad
Serve immediately
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A crisp, refreshing salad with mixed greens and cucumber, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. The perfect light side dish for any meal, ready in just 5 minutes.
This american recipe takes 5 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 107.1 calories per serving with 1.7g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Add 1/2 cup of chickpeas or a sprinkle of hemp seeds to each serving for a plant-based protein boost.
Make it more appealing for kids by adding sweet elements like cherry tomato halves or sweet corn kernels.
Incorporate other vegetables like shredded carrots, bell pepper strips, or red onion for added nutrients and fiber.
If you're short on time, use a quality store-bought lemon vinaigrette instead of making your own.
Mixed greens are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, which support vision, immune function, and bone health.
Extra virgin olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, which are beneficial for heart health.
Cucumbers are over 95% water, making this salad a refreshing and hydrating choice, especially in warmer weather.
Yes, it is very healthy. It's low in calories and rich in vitamins and minerals from the greens and cucumber. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which are good for heart health.
One serving of this salad, which is about 2 cups, contains approximately 106 calories, primarily from the olive oil in the dressing.
Absolutely! This salad is a great base. Feel free to add cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onions, avocado, nuts, or seeds to make it more substantial.
It's best to dress the salad just before serving to prevent the greens from becoming soggy. However, you can prepare the vinaigrette and chop the cucumber ahead of time and store them separately in the fridge.
