Dairy-Free Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this Dairy-Free Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette, a tantalizingly fresh and wholesome dish that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Packed with a medley of mixed baby greens, crunchy almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds, this salad boasts both texture and flavor in every bite. Sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy red onions add refreshing balance, while the homemade maple balsamic vinaigrette—a delightful blend of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and garlic—ties it all together with a perfect medley of sweet and savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes and entirely dairy-free, this salad is ideal as a light main course or a versatile side dish. Whether you’re catering to specific dietary needs or simply craving a healthy, vibrant option, this salad is a must-try for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 5 cups Mixed baby greens
- 0.5 cup Almonds, sliced
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed baby greens, sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, and sunflower seeds.
Step 2
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl with the greens.
Step 3
In a medium-sized bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Step 4
Pour the maple balsamic vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to ensure the greens are well coated with the dressing.
Step 5
Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp flavors. The salad can be enjoyed as a light main course or as a side dish complementing any meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1162.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1690.5 |
| Total Fat 145.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1423.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.0g | |
| Protein 40.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 531.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3075.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories