Best 12 Green Salad With Tangy Basil Vinaigrette Recipes

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Green salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a light meal or as a side dish. With the addition of a tangy basil vinaigrette, this salad is taken to the next level. The vinaigrette adds a burst of flavor and complexity that perfectly complements the fresh greens. This article will provide you with a recipe for a delicious green salad with tangy basil vinaigrette, as well as tips on how to choose the best ingredients and assemble the salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEN SALAD WITH TANGY BASIL VINAIGRETTE



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A tart and tangy dressing turns a basic salad into something special. It works for weeknight dining but is good enough for company and pairs perfectly with just about anything. -Kristin Rimkus, Snohomish, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens and tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE GREEN SALAD WITH A CLASSIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Martina McBride

Time 15m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 small shallot, diced (about 3 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 radishes, sliced
1 small tomato, diced
1 green onion, dark green parts only, sliced
1 small avocado, diced
1 head Boston lettuce, torn

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, shallots, Dijon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until smooth.
  • Add the radishes, tomatoes, green onions and avocado and toss to combine. Then add the lettuce on top.
  • When ready to serve, toss the dressing and other vegetables with the lettuce to coat.

VINAIGRETTE FOR GREEN SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
Salad greens or mesclun mix for 6 to 8 people

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, garlic, vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
  • Place the salad greens in a medium bowl and add enough dressing to moisten. Sprinkle with a little extra salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.

GREEN BEAN SALAD IN TANGY VINAIGRETTE



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Just made up this recipe today to use up some ambelofasoula (I've never seen this bean in Canada and don't know if it has an English name). All kinds of green beans would be good in this refreshing salad, I expect. Steaming time is approximate as everyone likes their beans softer/crispier. 8 minutes is what worked for us.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs green beans, topped and tailed, strings removed (unless beans are the type that haven't any and cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 anchovy fillets, rinsed (good) (optional)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 -2 garlic clove (depending on your garlic tolerance, I like 2, personally)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped, toasted

Steps:

  • Steam the green beans until crisp-tender.
  • Drain in a large colander and run under cold water.
  • Leave to drain thoroughly, about 10 minutes.
  • Make vinaigrette: In a small blender, whisk all blender ingredients until emulsified.
  • Check seasoning and adjust (you will probably find that you will need to add more salt after you add the vinaigrette to the green beans).
  • Pour dressing onto green beans in a pretty bowl and toss to coat.
  • Allow beans to 'sit' in dressing for at least 1/2 hour before serving to absorb dressing.
  • Re-toss just before serving.
  • Sprinkle toasted walnuts over and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.3, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 28.9, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 8.9, Protein 4.4

GREEN SALAD WITH BASIC VINAIGRETTE



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This Green Salad with Basic Vinaigrette is the perfect side dish to any meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup vinegar, or fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar, (optional)
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 mixed greens, such as radicchio, chicory, endive, red leaf, and Boston lettuce

Steps:

  • Clean lettuces by swishing them through a large bowl or sink filled with cool water. After you swish the greens, they will rise to the surface; the sand and sediment will fall to the bottom of the bowl or sink. Once the sand and sediment are washed away, lift greens from water and transfer to a salad spinner; spin until dry.
  • Tear lettuces into bite-sized pieces. If you aren't going to use the greens immediately, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel, transfer to a plastic bag, and refrigerate.
  • Next, make the vinaigrette. Combine vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and sugar if using, in a small jar; shake to blend. Add oil, and shake again until emulsified.
  • For best results, use four parts greens to one part dressing and three parts oil to one part acid (vinegar, citrus juice, or a combination of both).

ALL GREEN SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Leah Koenig

Categories     Salad     Passover     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Basil     Asparagus     Avocado     Cucumber     Sugar Snap Pea     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the salad:
Kosher salt
2 bunches asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds), ends trimmed and cut on a diagonal into 1-inch pieces
1 romaine heart, roughly chopped
1 English hothouse cucumber, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced
1 ripe avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
15 basil leaves, torn
1/3 cup torn fresh dill fronds
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette:
  • Whisk shallot, vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, and honey in a medium bowl until combined. Add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until combined. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • For the salad:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; prepare a large bowl of ice water and a rimmed baking sheet lined with paper towels. Add asparagus to the boiling water and cook until crisp tender, 1-2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider and immediately plunge into the ice water until chilled, then use slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to baking sheet to drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine romaine, cucumber, avocado, basil, dill, and blanched asparagus. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine. Serve salad with remaining dressing on the side.

GREEN SALAD WITH HERB VINAIGRETTE



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My mother-in-law regularly makes this for birthdays and holiday dinners. It is best in the summer when fresh, locally grown tomatoes are available. -Amy Sauser, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 green onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
6 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
6 large fresh mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first nine ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours., Divide the salad greens, tomatoes and mushrooms among eight salad plates. Whisk dressing; drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Green salad that is especially pretty to serve during the Christmas holidays.

Provided by Nancy W

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons water
½ red onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 pound mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, cranberries, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Process until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, toss the almonds, onion, blue cheese, and greens with the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 405.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Cheese     Vegetarian     Basil     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
3 shallots, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2/3 cup grated Romano cheese
Additional grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pot of rapidly boiling salted water until just crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water. Drain. Transfer to bowl. Combine shallots and vinegar. Gradually mix in oil. Add basil. Add enough dressing to beans to coat. Gently mix in 2/3 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill.) Place beans on platter. Top with cheese.

GREEN SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE



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Making a giant green salad for yourself and your loved ones can be one of the best ways to create a formal break between work and dinner. This simple recipe features two different lettuces (romaine for sweet crunch and arugula for bitter spice) and a fat shower of herbs (parsley for freshness and dill for piquancy). Chilling your chopped and washed leaves in the refrigerator before dressing them is one of the best ways to get a restaurant-style green salad full of big, juicy crunch. For a savory, unknowable quality, add a splash of fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce - choose your own adventure.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large garlic clove, finely grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 romaine heart
2 packed cups arugula
2 packed cups fresh parsley leaves with tender stems
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
Pinch of granulated sugar
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the garlic and rice vinegar, and set aside to mellow out.
  • Meanwhile, trim the root end off the romaine heart and chop lettuce crosswise into bite-size pieces. Add the romaine, arugula and parsley to a large bowl or salad spinner. Fill with cold water, swish the greens, then lift the spinner basket (or lift the greens out and transfer to a colander in the sink) and drain the water. Repeat 2 to 3 more times, or until the water runs clear and no grit remains. Spin-dry the greens or dry them very well by laying them out on a large kitchen towel, folding the towel in half and gently patting down to remove moisture. Rinse and dry the large bowl, and return the greens to the bowl, cover with the damp kitchen towel and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes. (Greens washed, dried and covered this way can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.)
  • When you're ready to serve, finish the vinaigrette: To the garlic and vinegar, add the olive oil, dill, fish sauce, sugar and 1 tablespoon cold water, and season generously with salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  • Add a couple of tablespoons of the vinaigrette to the salad greens, and toss, adding more as needed to evenly coat. The salad should be lightly dressed, not drowned. Taste for seasoning, adjusting with more salt and pepper as desired.

GREEN AND WAX BEAN SALAD WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



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This recipe calls for using past-their-prime tomatoes to make a vinaigrette by halving them across their equators, scooping out the seeds and grating the flesh on the large holes of a box grater. Seasoned with salt, vinegar and olive oil, it makes an flavorful dressing. Here, it's tossed with green and wax beans, sliced kalamata olives and torn basil leaves for a summer salad that's delicious cold or at room temperature. The vinaigrette can also be used as a crostini topping with white anchovies and fried capers, or in the base of an agrodolce to serve with fish or chicken.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
1/2 pound yellow wax beans, trimmed
1 overripe large tomato
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon kosher sea salt, plus more as needed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup thinly sliced pitted kalamata olives
1/3 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Drop green and wax beans into boiling water for 1 to 3 minutes or until just tender. Drain and immediately transfer to the ice bath. When cool, drain and dry with a towel and place in a large bowl.
  • Cut tomato in half across its equator and squeeze out seeds (use for another purpose or discard). Using the largest hole on a box grater, grate the tomato flesh. Discard skin and transfer grated flesh to a medium bowl. You should have about 1/2 cup. Stir in vinegar and salt, then stir in olive oil and garlic. Taste and adjust vinegar and salt as needed.
  • Add just enough vinaigrette to coat beans, add olives, then toss well. Let sit for at least 10 minutes (and up to 4 hours) before serving. Add torn basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 172, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 182 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CLASSIC MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Classic Mixed Green Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 large head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 large ripe beefsteak tomato, cut int eighths
1 seedless cucumber, unpeeled, thinly sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • to Make Vinaigrette:.
  • In medium bowl whisk all the ingredients except the oil until mixed. Gradually whisk in the oil until smooth.
  • In a small bowl, cover the onion with iced water and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain well. (Soaking the onion removes the sharp bit).
  • In a large bowl, place the lettuce, drained onions, tomato and cucumber and add the dressing a little at a time, tossing gently and thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately on chilled salad plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.2, Fat 41.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 353.7, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 7.4, Protein 3.3

Tips:

  • Quality Ingredients: Always use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for ripe, colorful vegetables.
  • Wash and Dry: Before using, wash the vegetables thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. Dry them well to prevent dilution of the dressing.
  • Crisp Greens: Use a variety of crisp salad greens such as romaine, arugula, or butter lettuce. Mix and match to create different textures and flavors.
  • Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or parsley add a vibrant flavor to the salad. Chop them finely and sprinkle over the salad before serving.
  • Balance of Flavors: Aim for a balance of flavors in the salad. Combine sweet, sour, salty, and bitter ingredients to create a harmonious taste.
  • Homemade Dressing: The tangy basil vinaigrette is a key component of this salad. Making your own dressing ensures freshness and allows you to control the flavors.
  • Serving Temperature: Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing experience. The cold temperature enhances the flavors and crispness of the salad.

Conclusion:

This green salad with tangy basil vinaigrette is an easy-to-make, refreshing, and flavorful dish. It's perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or as part of a larger meal. The combination of crisp greens, tangy dressing, and fresh herbs creates a delicious and satisfying salad that is sure to impress. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is a great way to enjoy the goodness of fresh vegetables and create a healthy and delicious meal.

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