Best Mixed Greens With Garlic Basil Vinaigrette Recipes

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MIXED BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Here's a classic greens salad with vinaigrette. Check out the variation tips for making three other great tasting salads.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (10 ounces) mixed baby greens or Italian-blend salad greens
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup pistachio nuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg

CLASSIC MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Classic Mixed Green Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 garlic clove, crushed through a press
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 large head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 large ripe beefsteak tomato, cut int eighths
1 seedless cucumber, unpeeled, thinly sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • to Make Vinaigrette:.
  • In medium bowl whisk all the ingredients except the oil until mixed. Gradually whisk in the oil until smooth.
  • In a small bowl, cover the onion with iced water and let stand for 10 minutes. Drain well. (Soaking the onion removes the sharp bit).
  • In a large bowl, place the lettuce, drained onions, tomato and cucumber and add the dressing a little at a time, tossing gently and thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately on chilled salad plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.2, Fat 41.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 353.7, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 7.4, Protein 3.3

GREEN SALAD WITH THE ULTIMATE FRENCH VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons Champagne or white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
Salad greens or mesclun mix for 6 to 8 people

Steps:

  • In a two-cup glass measure, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Slowly add the olive oil and continue whisking until the vinaigrette is emulsified. Toss the greens with enough dressing to moisten and serve.

GREEN SALAD WITH TANGY BASIL VINAIGRETTE



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A tart and tangy dressing turns a basic salad into something special. It works for weeknight dining but is good enough for company and pairs perfectly with just about anything. -Kristin Rimkus, Snohomish, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens and tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VINAIGRETTE FOR GREEN SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
Salad greens or mesclun mix for 6 to 8 people

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, garlic, vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. While whisking, slowly add the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
  • Place the salad greens in a medium bowl and add enough dressing to moisten. Sprinkle with a little extra salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.

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