Mixed Salad

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This mixed salad ensures you “eat the rainbow” and the bright pops of color make for a pretty presentation. Prepare this simple vinaigrette, or feel free to use a vinaigrette you prefer.

By TheDailyGourmet
Published on March 9, 2025
overhead view of brightly colored mixed salad with Parmesan shavings
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

Vinaigrette:

  • 1 tablespoon vinegar

  • 1 clove garlic, peeled

  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 1 pinch black pepper

  • 1 pinch sugar

Salad:

  • 4 heads artisanal lettuce, torn

  • 5 ounces mixed spinach and arugula

  • 3 mini cucumbers, sliced on the diagonal

  • 2 carrots, sliced into thin coins

  • 1 cup halved gourmet cherry tomatoes

  • 1 red onion, sliced into slivers

  • 3 ounces shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. In a food processor, add vinegar, garlic clove, and Italian seasoning. Add lid. Turn to purée and slowly stream in olive oil. Adjust seasoning by adding salt, pepper and sugar to taste.

  2. Add lettuce, spinach, arugula, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, and red onion to a large bowl. Toss to combine.

  3. Dress salad greens with vinaigrette and add shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

242 Calories
14g Fat
23g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 242
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 19%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 344mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 11g 39%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 11g 21%
Vitamin C 25mg 28%
Calcium 313mg 24%
Iron 5mg 30%
Potassium 1359mg 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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