Get ready to elevate your salad game with this incredible Spring Salad with Scallion Dressing that's about to become your new obsession! Imagine a vibrant, crisp medley of fresh greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumber, all brought to life by a zesty scallion dressing that will make your taste buds dance. This isn't just another boring salad – it's a quick, healthy, and absolutely delicious meal that takes just 15 minutes to prepare and will have everyone asking for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under cool running water. Pat the salad greens dry using a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner.
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice cherry tomatoes in half, and cut the cucumber into thin, even rounds using a sharp knife.
- Finely chop the scallions, separating the white and green parts. Reserve some green parts for garnish.
- In a small mixing bowl, create the scallion dressing by whisking together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, chopped white scallion parts, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large salad bowl, gently combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
- Drizzle the prepared scallion dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure even coating of all ingredients.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish the salad with reserved green scallion parts for added color and fresh flavor.
- Serve immediately at room temperature for the best taste and texture.
Tips
- Always wash your produce thoroughly to ensure food safety and freshness.
- Use a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel to dry greens completely – this helps the dressing cling better and prevents a watery salad.
- For the most vibrant flavor, use fresh, crisp scallions and high-quality olive oil.
- Chop vegetables just before serving to maintain their crispness and prevent wilting.
- If you want to make the salad ahead of time, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving to maintain the salad's texture.
- Experiment with different mixed greens like arugula, baby spinach, or butter lettuce to add variety.
- For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken, hard-boiled eggs, or crumbled feta cheese.
- Serve immediately after dressing to enjoy the salad at its peak freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
