When the hot summer days arrive, the last thing you want to do is stand over a hot stove cooking an elaborate meal. That's where a light, refreshing tossed salad comes in. Crisp, fresh vegetables tossed with a tangy dressing can be a satisfying and healthy meal, and it's easy to customize to your own preferences. With so many different ingredients to choose from, the possibilities are endless, and you can easily create a tasty salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner for two.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
EASY TOSSED SALAD FOR TWO
Apples, almonds and cranberries provide power foods galore in this easy five-ingredient salad. Katie Wollgast - Florissant, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, apple, almonds and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 11m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD
This is a delicious salad that goes great with any meal, especially Italian!
Provided by Toni Bankson
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
MIXED GARDEN SALAD FOR TWO
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 2 main course servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, toss together the lettuce leaves, bell peppers, sugar snaps, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, radish, scallion, and carrot and season with salt and pepper to taste. Lightly dress with the salad dressing. Season the tomato wedges with salt and pepper and arrange around the inside edge of the bowl. Serve.
TWO-CHEESE TOSSED SALAD
I tried this at a friend's house and she gave me the recipe. I have since served it to guests and have passed along the recipe also. The ingredients sound like a strange combination, but it is so good!
Provided by woohoopepper
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine vegetable oil, red onion, sugar, vinegar, poppy seed, dried minced onion, mustard and salt. Refrigerate overnight.
- Just before serving, toss spinach, lettuce, mushrooms and cheeses in a large salad bowl.
- Shake dressing and pour over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.2, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 11.3, Sodium 139.8, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 5.5, Protein 6.2
EASY TOSSED SALAD
Apples, almonds and cranberries provide powerfoods galore in this easy five-ingredient salad. Katie Wollgast - Florissant, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the salad greens, apple, almonds and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
TOSS-TOGETHER BROCCOLI SALAD
After sampling this salad at a barbecue, the recipe was given to me without any measurements. I can toss to together, and it turns out great every time.
Provided by Magesse
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the broccoli, Cheddar cheese, onion, bacon, sunflower seeds, and raisins in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar together in a separate bowl; pour over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 584.3 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
CAESAR SALAD FOR TWO
There's no need to dine out when you crave a classic Caesar salad -- make this rendition at home, with all the bells and whistles.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss bread with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let croutons cool completely.
- On a cutting board, combine garlic, anchovies, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Using a large knife, drag the blade at an angle across mixture until a paste forms. Transfer to a large bowl and whisk in egg yolk, mustard, and lemon juice. Gradually whisk in 3 tablespoons oil. Season with pepper. Just before serving, add croutons and lettuce to dressing and toss; top with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 g, Cholesterol 7 g, Fat 37 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g
CHEF SALAD FOR TWO
I have developed this from several recipes, according to our likes and dislikes. DW can't eat very much at a single sitting. I like a Chef salad, but not as an entree'.This is just right for her, and makes a good snack for me. Cooking time would be the chill time.
Provided by Jim in Washington
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium sized bowl, tear lettuce into bite size pieces.
- Add tomatoes and peppers and toss well to distribute evenly throughout the lettuce.
- Place salad into small salad or cereal bowls, until as full as you want and mounded up a little in the center.
- On to top of lettuce, in bowls, add the ham strips in a cross bowl design.
- Place cheese strips between ham strips or in your design.
- On to top, interspersed with ham and cheese strips, add egg slices, 3-4 per bowl, for color.
- Sprinkle Paprika in center, for additional color.
- Place finished bowls of salad in refrigerator to chill, and blend flavors, at least 30 minutes.
- Place leftover salad, if any, in covered bowl and save for next time.
- Gather up unused slices of ham, cheese and egg, and refrigerate for next time.
- Serve salads plain, or with any dressing and/or seasonings you enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 241.4, Sodium 268.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 6, Sugar 10.6, Protein 17.2
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Choose a variety of greens. This will add texture and flavor to the salad.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add fruits, nuts, seeds, or even cooked meats to your salad.
- Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will weigh down the salad and make it less enjoyable to eat.
- Serve the salad immediately. Salads are best when they are fresh.
Conclusion:
A tossed salad is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a tossed salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give one of these recipes a try.
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