Standard Croatian Mixed Salad

Bright, fresh, and delightfully simple, the Standard Croatian Mixed Salad is a vibrant medley of crisp vegetables brought to life with a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and tender lettuce, this quick 15-minute salad is a cornerstone of Croatian cuisine, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Thin slices of red onion add a subtle sharpness, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper elevate the dish's natural freshness. Ideal as a refreshing side dish, it's a versatile staple that complements hearty proteins, grilled dishes, or light summer meals. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this easy-to-make salad is a go-to recipe for adding color and nutrition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 1 small Red Onion
• 1 head Leaf Lettuce
• 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables and lettuce leaves thoroughly.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into small wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Add the strips to the bowl.

Step 5

Peel the red onion and slice it finely into thin rings. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Tear or chop the leaf lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add it to the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine everything evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or vinegar, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1504.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	642.3

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2480.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 13.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 266.9mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2704.6mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 34.4%