Soy-Free Classic French Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Soy-Free Classic French Salad—a light, refreshing dish brimming with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly crisp mixed greens create the base, complemented by ripe cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion. Briny black olives and hearty hard-boiled eggs add depth, while a zesty homemade Dijon vinaigrette ties everything together with a touch of sophistication. This salad is not only soy-free but also incredibly quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time—ideal for a healthy lunch or a stunning side dish for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light yet satisfying meal or a showstopping addition to your dinner table, this classic French-inspired recipe delivers freshness and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Black olives
• 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing and drying the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them into a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the bowl with the greens and tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl for added flavor.

Step 5

Drain the black olives and slice them in half. Toss them into the salad mixture.

Step 6

Peel and quarter the hard-boiled eggs and set them aside for garnish.

Step 7

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar, whisking them together.

Step 8

Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 9

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper according to taste, and finely chop the fresh parsley before stirring it into the vinaigrette.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat the greens and vegetables evenly.

Step 11

Garnish the salad with the quartered hard-boiled eggs before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy your soy-free classic French salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(897.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	853.0

Total Fat 77.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 411mg	0%
Sodium 2262.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 19.7g	0%

Vitamin D 100IU	0%
Calcium 264.8mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1525.5mg	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: 78.5%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 12.7%