Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of transforming humble greens into a delightful and nutritious feast. Whether you prefer the earthy notes of spinach, the peppery zest of arugula, or the delicate bitterness of dandelion leaves, this article will guide you through the art of creating a perfectly balanced vinaigrette, the ideal complement to any leafy green.
Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!
MIXED GREENS WITH MANGO VINAIGRETTE
This sweet and spicy salad makes the perfect weeknight appetizer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.
THREE GREENS AND FRUIT WITH VINAIGRETTE
Use Bosc pears in this crisp green salad. It's great to serve during the cool weather months, and is a beautiful addition to any holiday table!
Provided by MARIA GEE
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, onion, sugar, salt, hot sauce, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the walnuts, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
- In a large bowl, mix the walnuts, romaine lettuce, butter lettuce, spinach, and pears. Toss with the dressing mixture to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 203.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
CHARRED GREENS WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Set up your grill for even medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, distribute the coals evenly. If using a gas grill, heat both sides evenly.
- In a small saucepan set on the grill, melt the butter with the clove of smashed garlic. Remove the garlic.
- Place the torn baguette in a mixing bowl and pour the melted garlic butter over the top. Toss to coat the bread and season with salt and pepper. Put the croutons in a cast-iron pan and place on the grill. Cover the grill and bake until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a mason jar, add the lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, anchovies, Dijon and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and vigorously shake to combine.
- Remove the croutons from the grill and set aside. Brush the kale leaves and the cut side of the endive and escarole with some of the lemon vinaigrette. Place on the grill, cut-side down, and char for about 2 minutes.
- Remove from the grill, slice into bite-sized pieces and put in a large serving bowl. Add the croutons and chives and dress with the remainder of the vinaigrette. Add Parmesan and toss to combine. Serve.
VINAIGRETTE FOR GREEN SALAD
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.
SALAD OF DANDELION GREENS WITH ALMOND VINAIGRETTE AND DRIED RICOTTA
Steps:
- Cut any tough stems from the greens and trim any wilted, yellow, or tough leaves. Wash and dry them according to directions on page 67. The greens can be prepared up to several hours in advance and kept, loosely covered with a clean towel, in the refrigerator.
- To make the dressing, combine the olive oil, 2 tablespoons of the toasted almonds, vinegar, and honey in a blender and blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Place the greens in a large bowl, season them with salt and pepper, and pour the dressing over them. Toss well and divide the dressed greens among six plates, mounding them in the center of the plate. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of toasted almonds and top with shavings of ricotta salata. Serve immediately.
SALAD GREENS WITH ORANGES, STRAWBERRIES AND VANILLA VINAIGRETTE
A delightful salad of mixed greens, oranges and strawberries topped off with a delicious vanilla vinaigrette. I got this recipe from McCormick's Cooking With Flavor cookbook.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix oil. vinegar, vanilla extract, salt, sugar and ground black pepper in small bowl with wire whisk until well blended.
- Toss greens with oranges, strawberries and pecans n large bowl (or divide among individual serving plates). Serve with vanilla vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 13.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 9.2, Protein 2
MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE
This is so quick and easy but the flavors are outstanding. You can put this salad together in a snap...the combination of the greens, fresh strawberries, feta and walnuts is great paired with the strawberry-balsamic vinaigrette. Adapted from a Bon Appetit recipe submitted by Judy Wilkins.
Provided by Epi Curious
Categories Berries
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mash enough strawberries to measure 1/3 cup. Place in a blender with the oil, vinegar and sugar and blend until well combined. Season dressing with salt and pepper, if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine the greens, remaining strawberries, feta cheese and walnuts. Add the dressing; toss to coat and serve immediately.
GREEN SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
MIXED GREENS WITH ORANGE JUICE VINAIGRETTE
Like a string of pearls on a little black dress, a vinaigrette is a classic way to dress a salad. A little oil, a little vinegar, a tangy infusion of orange juice and a sprinkle of orange zest are just enough-and not too much. -Kristin Bataille, Stamford, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. Place salad greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts :
MIXED GREENS WITH LEMON CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE
Simple and delicious, this champagne vinaigrette recipe pairs perfectly with mixed greens or a salad of your choice. -Ray Uyeda, Mountain View, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, lemon juice, mustard and shallot. Gradually whisk in oil., In a large bowl, combine lettuce, spinach and arugula. Pour vinaigrette over salad; toss to coat. Top with walnuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MIXED BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
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
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
GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
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
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
MIXED GREENS WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
It takes just 20 minutes to make a tart vinaigrette that's then tossed with dressed-up spring greens.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In small bowl, beat all vinaigrette ingredients except cranberries with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in cranberries.
- In serving bowl, toss all salad ingredients with vinaigrette just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
GREEN BEANS WITH VINAIGRETTE
These fresh green beans help balance out the richness of the rest of the Thanksgiving meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Fill a large bowl with ice water; set aside.
- Place green beans, stem ends trimmed, in basket. Cover; steam until crisp-tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Plunge beans in ice water. When cool, drain; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake extra-virgin olive oil, white-wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, coarse salt, and ground pepper until thickened and combined. Pour over beans; toss to coat.
GREEN SALAD WITH SOY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients except the greens in a blender and turn the machine on; a creamy emulsion will form within 30 seconds. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more vinegar if necessary until the balance tastes right to you.
- Put the greens in a bowl, drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 257 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
WINTER GREENS WITH CRANBERRY-PORT VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Cheese Leafy Green Nut Side Vegetarian Blue Cheese Cranberry Pistachio Port Winter Healthy Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine Port and shallots in heavy small saucepan. Boil until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 10 minutes. Add cranberries, oil and vinegar. Boil 3 minutes. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
- Combine greens in large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over greens and toss. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Toss lightly and serve warm.
Tips:
- Choose the right greens: Different greens have different flavors and textures, so choose the ones that you like the most. Some popular choices include spinach, kale, arugula, and romaine lettuce.
- Wash the greens thoroughly: Before you start preparing your salad, be sure to wash the greens thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Dry the greens well: After washing the greens, be sure to dry them well so that they don't water down the dressing.
- Use a flavorful vinaigrette: The vinaigrette is what really brings a salad together, so be sure to use a flavorful one. Experiment with different recipes until you find one that you like.
- Add other toppings: In addition to the greens and vinaigrette, you can also add other toppings to your salad, such as croutons, bacon, cheese, or nuts.
Conclusion:
Salads are a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. They are also very versatile, so you can easily customize them to your own taste. With a little creativity, you can create a salad that is both delicious and nutritious.
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