Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette
20 min.
6
241kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients? Look no further than our Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette! This delightful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party, enjoying a family meal, or simply craving a light and healthy dish. With its colorful array of mixed baby greens, creamy avocado, and crunchy pistachios, this salad is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.

The star of this recipe is the homemade balsamic vinaigrette, which combines the tangy richness of balsamic vinegar with the subtle heat of Dijon mustard and the sweetness of sugar. This dressing perfectly complements the fresh greens and adds a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Plus, with the addition of dried cranberries, you’ll enjoy a delightful contrast of sweetness that elevates the entire dish.

Not only is this salad vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With only 241 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. So grab your bowl and whisk, and let’s whip up a salad that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  •  avocado pitted peeled sliced
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup pistachios 
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • 10 ounces the salad mixed
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, beat all Balsamic Vinaigrette ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  2. In serving bowl, toss vinaigrette and all Salad ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories241kcal
Protein4.33%
Fat72.4%
Carbs23.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.68
Glycemic Load
3.3
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.0834781812585%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.64mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.73kcal
12.04%
Fat:20.27g
31.18%
Saturated Fat:2.95g
18.45%
Carbohydrates:14.66g
4.89%
Net Carbohydrates:11.4g
4.15%
Sugar:8.42g
9.36%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:25.04mg
1.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.73g
5.45%
Vitamin K:29.71µg
28.3%
Vitamin C:14.91mg
18.08%
Fiber:3.26g
13.05%
Vitamin E:1.95mg
13%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.44%
Vitamin A:614.66IU
12.29%
Folate:48.18µg
12.04%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.45%
Potassium:323.48mg
9.24%
Copper:0.18mg
9.13%
Phosphorus:72.2mg
7.22%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.62%
Magnesium:24.31mg
6.08%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.74%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.84%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.79%
Iron:0.84mg
4.67%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.22%
Calcium:19.86mg
1.99%
Selenium:1.21µg
1.73%