Baby Green Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Baby Green Salad, perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or starter! This versatile recipe is easy to customize with your favorite toppings. The zesty homemade orange vinaigrette adds a burst of flavor that will elevate your meal. Ready in just 5 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1273.2 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baby Green Salad

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How to Make Baby Green Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 5 oz baby spinach, 2 oz spring mix, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
  2. Add your desired amount of orange vinaigrette (see instructions below).
  3. Gently toss to combine.
  4. Arrange the salad on a serving platter.
  5. Garnish with 1 oz crumbled blue cheese and 1/4 cup chopped pecans.
  6. Serve immediately.
  7. **Orange Vinaigrette:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp orange zest, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp honey.
  8. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil.
  9. Add 1/2 cup water and continue whisking until smoothly blended. Add up to 1/4 cup more water for desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

476g

Fat

57g

Carbs

55g

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