Good for Health Crostini Salad

Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant and satisfying "Good for Health Crostini Salad." This recipe combines a medley of crisp salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber, all brought to life with a tangy homemade balsamic dressing. Paired with golden, oven-toasted crostini made from a crusty baguette, this salad achieves the perfect balance of fresh and indulgent. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese seals the deal, adding a savory richness that will delight your taste buds. Ready in just over 20 minutes, this wholesome yet gourmet dish is perfect as a light lunch, a colorful appetizer, or a side that will steal the show. It’s a delicious way to make healthy eating not just easy but irresistibly enjoyable.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Baguette
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Brush each slice with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, coating each side lightly.

Step 4

Bake the slices in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Rinse and dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 6

Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, peel and cube the avocado, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the bowl with the greens.

Step 7

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Top the salad with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra flavor boost.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately, accompanied by the crispy crostini on the side or broken into smaller pieces and sprinkled on top for a crunchy element.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1363.6 grams (1363.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1997

Total Fat 102.80g	132%
Saturated Fat 19.30g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.20g
Cholesterol 22mg	7%
Sodium 3542mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 225.80g	82%
Dietary Fiber 27.90g	100%
Total Sugars 40.80g
Protein 54.50g	109%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 588mg	45%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 2939mg	63%

*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: 45.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 44.1%