Oil and Vinegar Salad

Bright, fresh, and effortlessly simple, this Oil and Vinegar Salad is a timeless classic perfect for any meal. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a pop of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is brought to life with a zesty homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a dash of dried oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a quick, healthy option for busy weeknights, whether served as a side dish or a light main course. Bursting with vibrant vegetables and classic Mediterranean flavors, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a go-to favorite for effortless dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 head Romaine lettuce
1 medium Cucumber
1 cup Cherry tomatoes
0.5 medium Red onion
3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.

Step 5

Whisk or shake the dressing ingredients until they are well combined.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Serve the salad immediately as a side dish or light main course.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1092.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	541.2

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1364.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 11.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.2mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1939.6mg	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: 66.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 25.2%