Baby Greens with Mustard Vinaigrette Recipe 🥗
Description: Elevate your lunch or snack time with this delightful Baby Greens with Mustard Vinaigrette recipe! Perfectly balanced flavors of tangy mustard vinaigrette combined with fresh butter lettuce and chopped eggs make this dish a refreshing treat.
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Vegetable, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 254.3
- Fat Content: 25g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 186mg
- Sodium Content: 363.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 0.3g
- Protein Content: 6.5g
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 2 pinches of white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 leaves of butter lettuce
Mustard Vinaigrette:
- Peel and chop the eggs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and white pepper.
- Using a hand-held blender or by shaking vigorously in a jar, process the ingredients until smooth and well combined to make the mustard vinaigrette.
- Place the butter lettuce leaves in a large salad bowl.
- Pour the prepared mustard vinaigrette over the lettuce.
- Add the chopped eggs on top of the dressed lettuce.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure the dressing coats the greens evenly and the eggs are distributed throughout.
- Transfer the salad onto serving plates or into individual salad bowls.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor and vibrant color.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy this Baby Greens with Mustard Vinaigrette as a light and healthy lunch option, or serve it as a satisfying snack.
- Pair it with a crusty baguette or whole-grain crackers for added texture and crunch.
- For a heartier meal, top the salad with grilled chicken breast or smoked salmon.
Recipe Notes:
- Be sure to use fresh, crisp baby greens for the best texture and flavor.
- Customize the vinaigrette to your taste by adjusting the amount of vinegar, oil, or mustard according to your preference.
- Feel free to add additional toppings such as sliced almonds, cherry tomatoes, or crumbled feta cheese for extra taste and texture variation.
This Baby Greens with Mustard Vinaigrette recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Try it today and experience the delightful flavors of this simple yet elegant salad!
