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Spring Mix Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing

Fresh Spring Mix Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing Magic

This Quick Spring Mix Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing is a light and rejuvenating dish that celebrates the flavors of spring.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups spring mix salad greens Any leafy green can substitute if needed.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium cucumber Sliced into thin rounds.
  • 1/4 medium red onion Thinly sliced.
Toppings
  • 1 cup feta cheese Crumble over the salad.
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans Toasting enhances flavor.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Salad Bowl
  • Small bowl or mason jar
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the spring mix salad greens thoroughly under cold water and spin or pat them dry.
  2. Place the fresh greens in a large salad bowl.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Add sliced red onion if desired.
  4. Scatter crumbled feta cheese over the salad and add toasted walnuts or pecans.
  5. Toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dry salad greens thoroughly to prevent sogginess. Dress salad just before serving for best results.

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