Spring Mix Salad (Printable)
Tender spring greens with crisp vegetables and zesty vinaigrette make this vibrant dish perfect for light meals or sides.
# What You'll Need:
→ Greens
01 - 5 oz spring mix salad greens (baby lettuces, arugula, spinach)
→ Fresh Vegetables
02 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Additions
06 - 1.75 oz feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 1/3 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place spring mix greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
02 - Scatter crumbled feta cheese and toasted nuts evenly over the vegetables.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until fully emulsified.
04 - Drizzle vinaigrette over salad immediately before serving. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Transfer to individual plates or serve family-style as a light starter or side dish.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in literally ten minutes but looks and tastes like something from a restaurant
- The vinaigrette strikes that perfect balance between tangy and slightly sweet
02 -
- Dress this salad at the absolute last minute or the greens will wilt disappointingly fast
- Toast your nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, watching constantly like a hawk
03 -
- Dry your greens thoroughly after washing, water droplets will prevent the dressing from clinging properly
- If making ahead, keep everything separate and toss right before serving