Italian Leafy Green Salad

Italian Leafy Green Salad

Grapeseed oil is the secret to this Italian greens salad. If you cannot find it, use olive oil.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Yield:
6 1-cup servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

Dressing

  • ¼ cup grapeseed oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce – torn, washed and dried
  • 1 cup torn escarole
  • 1 cup torn radicchio
  • 1 cup torn red leaf lettuce
  • 12 cherry tomatoes
  • ½ red bell pepper, sliced into rings
  • ½ green bell pepper, sliced in rings
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions

Directions

Step 1
Combine romaine, escarole, radicchio, red leaf lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and green onions in a large bowl.

Step 2
Make dressing: Whisk together grapeseed oil, vinegar, lemon juice, basil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3
Pour dressing over salad and toss well.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

110
Calories
9g
Fat
7g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 110
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat1g 5%
Sodium15mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate7g 2%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars3g
Protein1g
Vitamin C38mg 189%
Calcium27mg 2%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium259mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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