ITALIAN LEAFY GREEN SALAD

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Grapeseed oil is the secret to this salad. If you cannot find it, use olive oil. Preparation time is 15 Minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups romaine lettuce - torn, washed and dried
1 cup torn escarole
1 cup torn radicchio
1 cup torn red leaf lettuce
¼ cup chopped green onions
½ red bell pepper, sliced into rings
½ green bell pepper, sliced in rings
12 cherry tomatoes
¼ cup grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine, escarole, radicchio, red-leaf, scallions, red pepper, green pepper and cherry tomatoes.
  • Whisk together the grapeseed oil, basil, vinegar, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Pour over salad, toss and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 14.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Aqii vloger aqii
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Darius minciuna
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.


Angelo Jones
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad didn't turn out as good as I expected. The dressing was too oily and the greens were wilted.


D sham
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing and the combination of greens.


Mohammed Shamim
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This salad is a bit too bitter for my taste. I think I would have preferred a milder dressing.


Sandra Frazier
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the greens are crisp and fresh. I will definitely be making this again.


Susan Dallas
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover greens. I had some arugula and radicchio that were about to go bad, and this was the perfect way to use them up. The salad was simple to make and very tasty.


Mekh Parajuli
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I've never been a big fan of leafy green salads, but this one is surprisingly delicious! The dressing is amazing and really brings out the flavor of the greens. I will definitely be making this again.


Sanjay Patel
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This salad is so refreshing and light, perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. I love the bitterness of the greens and the tangy dressing. I also added some grilled chicken and avocado for a more substantial meal.


Rj poros Vai
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I'm already a fan of leafy green salads, but this Italian version is a game-changer! The combination of arugula, radicchio, and escarole is so unique and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect complement. I added a bit of extra lemon zest and a s