Vegan Classic Lettuce Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this Vegan Classic Lettuce Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette, a quick and refreshing dish packed with vibrant veggies and bold flavors. Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, sweet shredded carrot, and zesty red onion come together in this plant-based masterpiece, tossed in a silky vinaigrette made from extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy vegan salad is perfect as a healthy side dish, a light lunch, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Bursting with color, texture, and wholesome goodness, this is the ultimate go-to recipe for anyone looking for fresh, flavorful, and fuss-free plant-based eating.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 large Carrot
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the vegetables. Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water, then pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them into a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice it into thin half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion. Peel the carrot, then use a grater to shred it. Add all these vegetables to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 3
Next, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Whisk the mixture until it is emulsified and well-blended. Season with salt and black pepper, then whisk again to incorporate.
Step 4
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss the salad gently to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 5
Serve immediately as a fresh starter or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1091.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 719.3 |
| Total Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1526.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.7g | |
| Protein 11.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2007.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories