Description
This fresh and simple 10-minute green salad with lemon vinaigrette is crisp, bright, and a perfect complement for any meal. Made with mixed greens, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty homemade dressing, it’s not only healthy, but super quick to whip together without skimping on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the salad:
- 5 ounces mixed greens
- 12 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 2 avocados, thinly sliced
For the lemon vinaigrette:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Gradually pour in the olive oil and whisk continuously until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the salad. Gently toss the mixed greens with the dressing, tomatoes, and cucumber to combine everything. Top with the sliced avocados and serve.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Salad
