Are you tired of boring, bland salads that leave you unsatisfied? Prepare to revolutionize your dining experience with this stunning Mixed Green Salad with Dijon Tarragon Dressing! Bursting with vibrant colors, crisp textures, and a tantalizing homemade dressing, this recipe is not just a salad—it's a culinary masterpiece that will elevate your everyday meals from ordinary to extraordinary. In just 10 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will make your taste buds dance and impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Salad
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with clean paper towels.
- Place mixed greens in a large salad bowl, creating a fresh and vibrant base for the salad.
- Slice cucumber into thin, uniform half-moons using a sharp knife. Add to the salad bowl.
- Halve cherry tomatoes by cutting them vertically, ensuring even sizes. Scatter over the greens and cucumber.
- Thinly slice red onion using a sharp knife or mandoline, creating delicate, translucent rings. Sprinkle over the salad.
- In a separate small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, chopped fresh tarragon, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth and well-emulsified.
- Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting flavors as needed.
- Just before serving, drizzle the Dijon tarragon dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure even coating.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the greens and fresh ingredients.
Tips
- • Always wash and thoroughly dry your greens to ensure maximum crispness and prevent a soggy salad • Use a sharp knife for precise, uniform vegetable cutting to create a visually appealing presentation • Whisk the dressing vigorously to create a perfect emulsion that coats every ingredient evenly • Prepare ingredients just before serving to maintain peak freshness and texture • Experiment with different mixed green varieties for unique flavor profiles • For extra flavor, consider toasting some pine nuts or adding crumbled feta cheese as optional toppings • Serve immediately after dressing to preserve the salad's crisp texture and vibrant appearance
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
