Greens and Herbs Salad with Orange Ginger Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Greens and Herbs Salad with Orange Ginger Vinaigrette, a refreshing medley of mixed greens, fragrant parsley, cilantro, and mint leaves. This easy-to-make salad comes to life with a tangy, citrus-forward dressing featuring freshly squeezed orange juice, zesty orange peel, and a touch of warm grated ginger. A hint of honey and Dijon mustard perfectly balance the flavors, while a drizzle of olive oil adds a silky finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome salad is as nutritious as it is flavorful, with optional sliced almonds for a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a light lunch or a stunning dinner side, this salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold, aromatic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, etc.)
• 0.5 cups Fresh parsley leaves
• 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cups Fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens and herbs (parsley, cilantro, and mint). Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the greens with the herbs until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a small bowl or mason jar, combine orange juice, orange zest, grated ginger, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle olive oil into the orange juice mixture while whisking continuously (or shake well if using a jar) until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 5

Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Drizzle the orange ginger vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle sliced almonds on top if desired for added crunch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(521.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	880.4

Total Fat 73.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 822.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 16.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 597.0mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2205.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.0%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 21.9%