Bistro Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and satisfying Bistro Salad, a perfect blend of gourmet flavors and fresh ingredients. Crisp mixed greens form the base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a touch of zing from red onion. The salad is adorned with rich crumbled goat cheese, smoky bacon, and tender hard-boiled eggs, making every bite indulgent yet well-balanced. Homemade golden croutons add a delightful crunch, while a tangy Dijon-honey vinaigrette ties it all together with a touch of elegance. This quick-to-prepare, restaurant-worthy dish is ideal as a light entree or a stunning side for any meal. Perfect for fans of French-inspired cuisine, this recipe is your ticket to bistro-quality dining at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, frisée)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 large Hard-boiled eggs, quartered
• 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese
• 2 cups Rustic bread, cubed for croutons
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for croutons)
• 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt (for croutons)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for croutons)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil (for vinaigrette)
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for vinaigrette)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for vinaigrette)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare the homemade croutons.

Step 2

Spread the cubed bread on a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each of kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Bake the bread cubes for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 6

Top the salad with crumbled bacon, quartered hard-boiled eggs, crumbled goat cheese, and the cooled croutons.

Step 7

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Bistro Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1345.9 grams (1345.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2330

Total Fat 141.50g	181%
Saturated Fat 38.90g	194%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 476mg	159%
Sodium 3467mg	151%
Total Carbohydrate 188.20g	68%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 30.10g
Protein 83.80g	168%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 651mg	50%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 2380mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 31.9%