Description
This Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing is a go-to recipe for fresh, flavorful eating. A blend of mixed greens, crunchy toppings, and juicy produce is brought together with a sweet-tangy vinaigrette—perfect for everyday meals or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g. spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup walnuts or almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled (optional)
- For the Balsamic Honey Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, nuts, and cheese if using.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a side or light main course.
Notes
Customize with seasonal fruits like sliced apples, pears, or strawberries. For protein, top with grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa. The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: balsamic honey salad dressing, quick salad, healthy salad, everyday salad, vegetarian salad