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Spring Mix Salad

Spring Mix Salad Bliss with Balsamic Honey Dressing Recipe

This Spring Mix Salad is a delightful and vibrant dish featuring fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers, topped with a honey-balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 cups Spring mix salad greens use pre-washed for convenience
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes if preferred
  • 1 medium Cucumber or English cucumber for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Red onion can be omitted or sliced thinly for kids
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese or goat cheese for a milder flavor, omit for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts or Pecans toasting enhances taste and aroma
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup/agave nectar for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil extra-virgin recommended
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • large salad bowl
  • Small bowl or mason jar
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the spring mix salad greens thoroughly under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner.
  2. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl. Peel and slice the cucumber, and add it.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion if using, and gently mix all the vegetables in the salad bowl.
  4. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and toast walnuts or pecans in a skillet before adding on top.
  5. In a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil. Whisk until well blended and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad before serving and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, add dressing just before serving. Ingredients can be stored separately to maintain freshness.

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