Your Basic Tossed Salad

Bright, fresh, and effortlessly simple, "Your Basic Tossed Salad" is the go-to recipe for a classic, healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber rounds, thinly sliced red onion, and sweet shredded carrot, this vibrant medley of raw vegetables is a celebration of natural flavors. Tossed with a zesty homemade dressing made from olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper, this salad is ready in just 15 minutes and serves up to four people. Perfectly customizable with toppings like croutons or shredded cheese, this quick and easy tossed salad is a staple for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Whether you're looking for a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish, this basic tossed salad delivers both nutrition and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 1 large Carrot
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Trim and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber if desired, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Peel the carrot and shred it using a grater. Add the shredded carrot to the bowl.

Step 7

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until evenly coated.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or customize with additional toppings like croutons or shredded cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1142.4 grams (1142.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	578

Total Fat 43.60g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 816mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 41.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 16.80g
Protein 12.00g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305mg	23%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2085mg	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: 64.6%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 27.5%