Tossed Salad
Enjoy a flavorful and fresh salad with this easy tossed salad recipe!
Servings 4
Calories 264kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups (57g) mixed lettuce leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups (40g) arugula leaves
- 1 cup (150g) cucumber sliced
- ½ cup (60g) radish thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (25g) red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (45g) pitted olives halved
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Ingredients for Salad Dressing:
- 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch sugar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed lettuce leaves and arugula, cucumber, radish, red onion, olives, and sunflower seeds to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, pinch of sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and emulsified.
- Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more vinegar for tanginess, more mustard for flavor, or more salt and pepper for seasoning.
- Drizzle the dressing over the tossed salad just before serving.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure that the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the tossed salad immediately as a side dish or as a light main course.
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Notes
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- Ensure that all your salad ingredients are fresh. This will make a significant difference in the flavor and texture of your salad.
- Wash, chop, and prepare all the vegetables ahead of time. This makes the actual salad assembly quick and easy.
- Aim for a balance of textures in your salad.
- Try to cut your vegetables into uniform sizes. This not only looks visually appealing but also ensures that each bite has a mix of flavors.
- Wait until just before serving to dress the salad. This prevents the salad from becoming soggy. If you're making it ahead, store the dressing separately and toss it right before serving.
- Toss the salad gently to avoid bruising the delicate lettuce leaves. Use salad servers or two large spoons to lift and turn the ingredients.
- Ensure your salad bowl is large enough to accommodate all the ingredients without crowding. This makes it easier to toss the salad evenly.
- Adjust the ratio of oil to vinegar based on your taste preferences. Some people prefer a tangier dressing, while others may like it milder.
- Storage - keep undressed salad in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to a week.
- There are 6 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Nutrition
Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg