Greens with Chive Dressing

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing recipe for Greens with Chive Dressing—a simple yet flavor-packed salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish combines a crisp medley of arugula, spinach, and romaine with a zesty homemade dressing infused with the fresh, oniony bite of chopped chives. Crafted with pantry-friendly ingredients like olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, the dressing strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is an effortless side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or stands alone as a light and healthy starter. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or need a quick, wholesome addition to weeknight meals, this chive-dressed salad is sure to impress with its elegant simplicity and bold flavors. Perfect for anyone searching for fresh salad ideas, homemade dressings, or vibrant chive recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 Garlic clove (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh chives and set them aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 4

Stir the chopped chives into the dressing mixture to incorporate their fresh flavor.

Step 5

Pour the chive dressing evenly over the mixed greens, tossing gently to coat all the leaves.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a crisp and flavorful side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	231.6 grams (231.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	454

Total Fat 43.50g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1350mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 13.40g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 6.40g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133mg	10%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 665mg	14%

*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: 84.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 11.6%