Best 10 Field Greens With Dressing Recipes

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Field greens, a type of leafy vegetable, are known for their earthy and slightly bitter flavor. They are often used in salads due to their unique taste and texture. There are many different types of field greens, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some common types include arugula, chicory, dandelion greens, endive, frisee, kale, mache, mizuna, mustard greens, radicchio, rapini, and turnip greens. Field greens are also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They can be cooked in a variety of ways, including sautéing, steaming, and roasting. However, they are most commonly served raw in salads, where their crisp texture and bitter flavor can add a nice contrast to other ingredients.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER FRUITS AND FIELD GREENS SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING



Summer Fruits and Field Greens Salad With Citrus Dressing image

My Husband and I created this recipe one night when we were in the mood for a light, fruity and summery side dish. What a good way to get your fruits and veggies in! (Note: The dressing is just the right amount of sweet and sour for our taste. If you prefer a less sour dressing, feel free to add 1 tbs. more of honey.)

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups field greens, rinsed and dried
1 cup carrot, julienned
1/2 cup radish, julienned
2 apples, unpeeled, cored and sliced thin
1 cup red seedless grapes, sliced in half
1 orange, peeled and sectioned
1 lemon, juice of
1 lime, juice of
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large salad serving bowl, toss together greens, apple slices, carrots, grapes and orange sections.
  • Juice the lemon and lime into a small bowl. Add olive oil, honey, salt and pepper. Whisk together to form dressing.
  • Pour dressing over fruit & greens mixture and toss.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.5, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 175.9, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 33.6, Protein 1.4

WILD FIELD GREENS AND VINE RIPENED TOMATOES WITH WARM HAZELNUT FOREST DRESSING



Wild Field Greens and Vine Ripened Tomatoes with Warm Hazelnut Forest Dressing image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
1 tablespoon hazelnut oil
1 tablespoon walnut oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 shallot clove, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 large beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
2 cups mixed fresh greens such as frisee and red leaf lettuce, soaked in salt water to remove grit, dried in a salad spinner and torn into small pieces
2 romaine hearts, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Break or chop mushrooms into 1/4-inch pieces and cover with 1/4 cup warm water. Let sit for 30 minutes to rehydrate. Strain mushrooms, reserving soaking liquid in a small bowl. Rinse mushrooms and set aside. Strain soaking liquid through a paper towel into a small pot and reduce by half over medium heat.
  • Combine hazelnut oil, walnut oil and olive oil in a small bowl. Combine vinegar, shallot, chives and salt and pepper in a separate medium mixing bowl and whisk in warm soaking liquid. Continue whisking and add oil in a slow thin stream to emulsify.
  • Lay out slices of tomato. Top with salad greens and mushrooms. Drizzle with warm dressing and top with 2 small romaine leaves.

GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Even when there are just two at the table, Sandy Hunt, Racine, Wisconsin, sees to it that her salads are well-dressed for dinner. "I keep a bottle of this light dressing in the fridge," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Salad greens and vegetables of your choice

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIELD SALAD



Field Salad image

This easy salad recipe will thrill all of your guests! A bowl of mixed greens is adorned with bits of apple, chopped walnuts, and Gorgonzola or feta cheese, and tossed with a prepared raspberry vinaigrette.

Provided by Candice Brosnan

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces mixed salad greens
¾ cup chopped walnuts
8 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
2 each tart green apples, cored and diced
½ (8 ounce) bottle raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine salad greens, walnuts, cheese, and apples. Toss with raspberry vinaigrette, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 913 mg, Sugar 16.3 g

FIELD GREENS SALAD WITH APPLES



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Make and share this Field Greens Salad With Apples recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Enduring Gastronomy

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups field greens
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1 Red Delicious apple
1 granny smith apple
2 ounces goat cheese
4 ounces raspberry vinaigrette dressing
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Chop walnuts.
  • Toss greens with walnuts in a medium-size serving bowl.
  • Core and cut apples into slices.
  • Spritz apples with lemon juice to keep them from browning.
  • Arrange apples on top of the greens.
  • Crumble goat cheese on top of the salad.
  • Serve with raspberry vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.1, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 74, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 8, Protein 5.5

FIELD GREENS WITH RED CHILI DRESSING



Field Greens with Red Chili Dressing image

Provided by Jamie Purviance

Categories     Salad     Ginger     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Soy Sauce     Green Onion/Scallion     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 green onions (white and pale green parts only), chopped
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
12 cups mixed baby greens

Steps:

  • Puree first 8 ingredients in blender until very smooth, 20 to 30 seconds. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Place greens in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among plates and serve.

GREENS WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Greens with Mustard Vinaigrette image

This dressing tastes extra-fresh every time since you make it when you need it.-Shirley A. Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons apple juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup torn mixed salad greens
Tomato wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Just before serving, place salad greens and tomato in a small bowl; drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MIXED GREENS WITH MANGO VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Greens with Mango Vinaigrette image

This sweet and spicy salad makes the perfect weeknight appetizer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ripe mango
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 lemons
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces Boston lettuce, 1 small head
4 ounces frisee
1 Kirby cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds

Steps:

  • Make the vinaigrette: Peel the mango, and slice sides away from pit; use a paring knife to remove the peel. Slice one side into 1/8-inch-thick slices, and reserve. Chop remaining half, place in blender with lemon juice, and puree until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl, and whisk in olive oil. Add red-pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine lettuce, frisee, mango slices, and cucumber slices in a large bowl, and toss to combine. Toss with a few spoonfuls ofmango vinaigrette.

MIXED BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Here's a classic greens salad with vinaigrette. Check out the variation tips for making three other great tasting salads.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (10 ounces) mixed baby greens or Italian-blend salad greens
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup pistachio nuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all Balsamic Vinaigrette ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  • In serving bowl, toss vinaigrette and all Salad ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg

MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH WARM WALNUT DRESSING



Mixed Greens Salad with Warm Walnut Dressing image

A stunning salad starts with mixed field greens and four other on-hand ingredients. Have it ready in 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups mixed field greens (about 5 oz)
6 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 cup walnut halves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Divide field greens among 4 salad bowls.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of the oil in medium microwavable bowl. Add walnut halves; stir to coat. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes 30 seconds to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until walnuts are fragrant.
  • Stir in remaining 5 tablespoons oil and the vinegar. Microwave uncovered on High about 30 seconds or until dressing is warm but not boiling. Add salt; stir until dressing is well mixed. Pour over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips for Making the Best Field Green Salad:

  • Choose the Right Greens: Opt for young, tender greens like baby arugula, spinach, or mixed salad greens. Avoid wilted or bruised leaves.
  • Wash Greens Thoroughly: Wash greens thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
  • Make Dressing in Advance: Making the dressing ahead of time allows the flavors to meld and develop. Store the dressing in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Toss Salad Gently: To prevent bruising the greens, use tongs or your hands to gently toss the salad with the dressing. Avoid shaking or stirring vigorously.
  • Add Toppings: Experiment with different toppings to add flavor and texture to your salad. Some popular options include crumbled bacon, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, or grilled chicken.

Conclusion:

Field greens are a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. With their peppery flavor and tender texture, they make an excellent base for a variety of salads. Experiment with different dressings, toppings, and combinations of greens to create a salad that suits your taste. Whether you prefer a simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing, a field greens salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give field greens a try!

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