Greek Country Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
64%
Greek Country Salad
45 min.
8
102kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful Greek Country Salad! Perfectly crafted for those who appreciate a healthy and refreshing dish, this salad is not only vegetarian but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Packed with an array of fresh greens, including baby spinach, dandelion greens, and the subtly bitter escarole, this salad offers a wonderful balance of textures and tastes.

The addition of aromatic herbs like dill and flat-leaf parsley enhances its flavor, while a zesty dressing made from lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil brings everything together harmoniously. Whether you're serving it as an accompaniment to your main meal or enjoying it as a light snack, this salad is a versatile option, ideal for any occasion. With just 102 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free choice that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this scrumptious dish, inviting friends and family to share in a culinary experience that celebrates both health and taste. Let this Greek Country Salad be the colorful centerpiece of your dining table, showcasing the very best of wholesome ingredients!

Ingredients

  • cups baby spinach 
  • cups dandelion greens 
  • cups endive chopped (preferably pale inner leaves)
  • 0.5 cup optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh
  • teaspoon honey 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • cups mustard greens trimmed finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • cup watercress trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together lemon juice, salt, and honey in a large salad bowl and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until blended.
  2. Add salad ingredients to dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories102kcal
Protein5.99%
Fat77.4%
Carbs16.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.03
Glycemic Load
0.6
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.982173766779%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
4.05mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
3.55mg
Kaempferol
9.81mg
Myricetin
0.33mg
Quercetin
4.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:101.98kcal
5.1%
Fat:9.3g
14.3%
Saturated Fat:1.29g
8.07%
Carbohydrates:4.49g
1.5%
Net Carbohydrates:2.39g
0.87%
Sugar:1.24g
1.38%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:175.34mg
7.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.62g
3.24%
Vitamin K:290.33µg
276.51%
Vitamin A:3617.07IU
72.34%
Vitamin C:26.48mg
32.1%
Folate:65.47µg
16.37%
Vitamin E:2.39mg
15.93%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.8%
Fiber:2.1g
8.41%
Iron:1.49mg
8.27%
Potassium:285.92mg
8.17%
Calcium:78.63mg
7.86%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.05%
Magnesium:23.31mg
5.83%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.83%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.75%
Copper:0.09mg
4.74%
Phosphorus:34.79mg
3.48%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.09%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.64%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.38%
Source:Epicurious