GREEN SALAD WITH BASIL LEAVES

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Peppery basil is an easy way to enliven a standard green salad. To cut basil, stack a few basil leaves (of similar size). Roll into a tight cylinder; with a sharp knife, slice crosswise into thin strips.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Pinch of sugar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 head (about 10 ounces) Boston lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces, washed and dried
1 cup lightly packed fresh small basil leaves (larger leaves torn in half)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice and sugar; season generously with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until incorporated.
  • Add lettuce and basil leaves; toss to coat with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 1 g

Mohammad Aadil
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I also like to add some chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.


sami agbomson
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Cliff Kobele
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The basil leaves add a nice peppery flavor, the tomatoes are sweet and juicy, and the cucumbers are crisp and refreshing.


Benson Ndirangu
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet tomatoes and the crunchy cucumbers.


Osogo Otieno
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Sabah Saeed
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Jayce Pagan
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up!


Mùzmàìl Qurashi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled vegetables. I also like to add some crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese.


Zoe Callahan
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I've made this salad with different types of greens and it's always delicious. I especially like it with arugula or spinach.


sahide shekh
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Olumide Elizabeth
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a light dressing.


Star Place TV
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Brea Reyes
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Shahid Jutt
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The basil leaves add a nice, peppery flavor that really complements the sweetness of the tomatoes.


UPPO&GAMING
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover basil. It's simple, refreshing, and delicious.


Ahsan Baba
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Burhan Masod
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The basil leaves added a delicious, fresh flavor that really made the salad pop.