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Simple Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

By NapTime Village

Simple Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a simple side dish pairing that rounds out the plate.

Simple Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette ready to serve.

Prep

10 mins

Cook

0 mins

Total

10 mins

Calories

127 kcal

Protein

4.1 g

Carbohydrates

11.5 g

Serves

4 servings

Fat

8.2 g

Longevity

64/100

Simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette is one of the easiest sides to keep in rotation. It comes together quickly and adds bright contrast to heavier dishes. Lemon gives the dressing a clean, fresh edge that keeps flavors lively. The ingredient list is short and easy to customize by season. This salad works with roasted proteins, pasta, and grain bowls. It is light enough for lunch and flexible enough for dinner. Preparing components ahead makes final assembly even faster. A gentle toss right before serving keeps texture at its best. It is a practical side when you want balance without extra effort. This is a country-kitchen classic that stays fresh, simple, and reliable.

Ingredients

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  • Fiber / plants
  • Fats
  • Flavor / spices

Step-by-step

4 servings
  1. 1

    Step 1

    Make the dressing

    • Ingredients:
      • 2 tablespoons olive oil
      • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
      • 1/2 teaspoons salt, to taste
      • 1/4 teaspoons black pepper, to taste; optional
    • Action: Whisk the oil, acid, salt, and pepper until combined.
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Toss the salad

    • Ingredients:
      • 4 cups mixed greens
      • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
      • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • Action: Combine the greens and vegetables, then drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

  • Whisk

  • Cutting board

  • Chef knife

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