English Garden Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing English Garden Salad, a delightful medley of crisp baby spinach, romaine lettuce, and thinly sliced radishes, perfectly balanced with the juiciness of cherry tomatoes and the crunch of cucumbers. This classic British-inspired recipe captures the essence of a summer garden, with fresh parsley adding an herbaceous twist. The salad is brought to life with a light yet flavorful dressing made from olive oil, zesty lemon juice, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for serving as a starter or side dish, this healthy, nutrient-packed salad is an effortless way to bring the freshness of the garden to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams baby spinach leaves
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 1 medium cucumber
• 5 small radishes
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 10 grams fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the spinach leaves and romaine lettuce. Tear the romaine leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl along with the spinach leaves.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds. If desired, peel it first for a softer texture. Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl.

Step 3

Trim the ends of the radishes, then slice them thinly. Include them in the salad for a peppery crunch.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the mix for a burst of sweetness and color.

Step 5

Slice the red onion thinly into half-moons. Soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes if you prefer a milder flavor, then drain and add to the salad.

Step 6

Coarsely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad for an herbal touch.

Step 7

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or a side dish to accompany your main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1311.1 grams (1311.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	644

Total Fat 45.20g	58%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1468mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 54.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 15.70g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417mg	32%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 2806mg	60%

*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: 59.1%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 31.8%