Salad Greens with Italian Dressing

Fresh, vibrant, and irresistibly simple, this Salad Greens with Italian Dressing recipe is a go-to side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Featuring a crisp mix of romaine, spinach, and arugula, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, this salad comes alive with a homemade Italian dressing that's both zesty and savory. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a medley of dried herbs, the dressing is a perfectly balanced combination of tangy and aromatic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or as a refreshing complement to hearty entrées. Toss it all together, sprinkle with Parmesan for an optional touch of decadence, and enjoy a salad that’s fresh, flavorful, and Italian-inspired!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Half the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber and quarter the slices if they are large. Add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Add the thinly sliced red onion to the bowl with the greens and other vegetables.

Step 5

In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Whisk the ingredients together in the bowl, or seal the jar and shake it vigorously until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 7

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar according to your preference.

Step 8

Pour the Italian dressing over the salad greens and toss gently until the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	736.3

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 8mg	0%
Sodium 1527.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360.7mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1690.5mg	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: 76.4%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 17.2%