Teresa's Recipes
Enhanced Green Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette
Dive into this vibrant and refreshing green salad, brimming with a delightful mix of fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, crunchy walnuts, and sweet dried cranberries. Topped with tangy feta cheese and drizzled with a homemade vinaigrette, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nourishing treat for the body. Perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side dish, this salad pays homage to the Mediterranean diet, celebrated for its health benefits and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 1, diced Cucumber
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1/4, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1, diced Avocado
- 1/2 cup, crumbled Feta cheese
- 1/2 cup, chopped Walnuts
- 1/2 cup Dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Sugar: 6g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or chill for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tips
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Feel free to substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor.
- Experiment with different nuts, such as pecans or almonds, for variety.