Fresh Greens Avocado with a Lime Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly refreshing, this Fresh Greens Avocado with Lime Vinaigrette is a quick and wholesome salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich mixed greens, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a pop of vibrant red onion, this salad is a colorful feast for both the eyes and the palate. The star of the dish is the homemade lime vinaigrette, a tangy blend of fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard that adds a burst of flavor to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly recipe is ideal as a light main course or a refreshing side dish. Whether you're craving a simple yet sophisticated salad or looking to add a healthy staple to your meal rotation, this recipe is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, and romaine)
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 Cucumber
- 0.25 Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into thin wedges. Add to the salad bowl.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Peel and thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.
Step 5
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Step 6
Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
Step 7
Gently toss the salad to evenly coat the greens and vegetables in the vinaigrette.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (651.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 797.4 |
| Total Fat 73.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1356.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 8.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 141.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1876.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories