Fresh Green Salad with Tomatoes

Crisp, colorful, and oh-so-refreshing, this Fresh Green Salad with Tomatoes is the ultimate quick-and-easy side dish for any meal. Bursting with the garden-fresh flavors of crunchy Romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a touch of tangy red onion, this vibrant salad is tossed in a simple yet flavorful balsamic vinaigrette made with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. A sprinkle of fresh basil leaves adds an aromatic, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights, backyard barbecues, or as a light and healthy lunch. Serve it immediately for maximum flavor and enjoy its delightful medley of textures and zesty dressing in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing all the vegetables. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons as preferred. Set aside.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. If using larger tomatoes, slice them into wedge-shaped pieces.

Step 4

Slice the red onion into thin rings or half rings based on preference.

Step 5

Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 6

Add the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onions to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Garnish the salad with fresh basil leaves, either whole or torn into smaller pieces.

Step 10

Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1106.1 grams (1106.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	572

Total Fat 43.60g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1372mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 39.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 12.10g	43%
Total Sugars 18.20g
Protein 11.90g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 2057mg	44%

*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: 65.4%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 26.6%