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 fresh and vibrant 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 or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home. With its colorful array of ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

The combination of mixed baby greens, creamy avocado, crunchy pistachio nuts, and sweet dried cranberries creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette that balances tangy and sweet notes, this salad is a celebration of wholesome ingredients. Plus, it’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a versatile choice for various dietary preferences.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also a healthy addition to your meal plan, with only 241 calories per serving. Whether served alongside grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or as a standalone dish, our Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette is a delightful way to incorporate more greens into your diet. So grab your bowl and whisk, and let’s create a salad that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

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

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%