Best 12 Greens With Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Leafy greens with vinaigrette: A symphony of flavors and textures**

Leafy greens with vinaigrette is a refreshing, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or appetizer. The combination of crisp greens, tangy vinaigrette, and savory toppings creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This article features a collection of leafy greens with vinaigrette recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From simple and light options to more hearty and flavorful creations, these recipes cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your guests, you're sure to find a recipe here that will satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your vinaigrette, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey through the world of leafy greens with vinaigrette.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MIXED BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Here's a classic greens salad with vinaigrette. Check out the variation tips for making three other great tasting salads.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (10 ounces) mixed baby greens or Italian-blend salad greens
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup pistachio nuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all Balsamic Vinaigrette ingredients with wire whisk until smooth.
  • In serving bowl, toss vinaigrette and all Salad ingredients just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg

GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Even when there are just two at the table, Sandy Hunt, Racine, Wisconsin, sees to it that her salads are well-dressed for dinner. "I keep a bottle of this light dressing in the fridge," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Salad greens and vegetables of your choice

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHARRED GREENS WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, grated, plus 1 unpeeled clove, smashed
1 small baguette, torn into medium pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 2 lemons
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 white anchovies, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds lacinato kale, ends trimmed
1 pound red endive, halved lengthwise
1 pound escarole, halved lengthwise
1 cup sliced chives (about 1 1/2-inch pieces)
Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Set up your grill for even medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, distribute the coals evenly. If using a gas grill, heat both sides evenly.
  • In a small saucepan set on the grill, melt the butter with the clove of smashed garlic. Remove the garlic.
  • Place the torn baguette in a mixing bowl and pour the melted garlic butter over the top. Toss to coat the bread and season with salt and pepper. Put the croutons in a cast-iron pan and place on the grill. Cover the grill and bake until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • In the meantime, in a mason jar, add the lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, anchovies, Dijon and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and vigorously shake to combine.
  • Remove the croutons from the grill and set aside. Brush the kale leaves and the cut side of the endive and escarole with some of the lemon vinaigrette. Place on the grill, cut-side down, and char for about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill, slice into bite-sized pieces and put in a large serving bowl. Add the croutons and chives and dress with the remainder of the vinaigrette. Add Parmesan and toss to combine. Serve.

MIXED GREENS WITH LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups mixed lettuce greens
3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place lettuce in a large bowl.
  • In a jar with a lid, shake together remaining ingredients. Pour desired amount of vinaigrette over greens just before serving. There will be leftover dressing.

GREEN SALAD WITH DILL VINAIGRETTE



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Making a giant green salad for yourself and your loved ones can be one of the best ways to create a formal break between work and dinner. This simple recipe features two different lettuces (romaine for sweet crunch and arugula for bitter spice) and a fat shower of herbs (parsley for freshness and dill for piquancy). Chilling your chopped and washed leaves in the refrigerator before dressing them is one of the best ways to get a restaurant-style green salad full of big, juicy crunch. For a savory, unknowable quality, add a splash of fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce - choose your own adventure.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large garlic clove, finely grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 romaine heart
2 packed cups arugula
2 packed cups fresh parsley leaves with tender stems
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
Pinch of granulated sugar
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the garlic and rice vinegar, and set aside to mellow out.
  • Meanwhile, trim the root end off the romaine heart and chop lettuce crosswise into bite-size pieces. Add the romaine, arugula and parsley to a large bowl or salad spinner. Fill with cold water, swish the greens, then lift the spinner basket (or lift the greens out and transfer to a colander in the sink) and drain the water. Repeat 2 to 3 more times, or until the water runs clear and no grit remains. Spin-dry the greens or dry them very well by laying them out on a large kitchen towel, folding the towel in half and gently patting down to remove moisture. Rinse and dry the large bowl, and return the greens to the bowl, cover with the damp kitchen towel and refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes. (Greens washed, dried and covered this way can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.)
  • When you're ready to serve, finish the vinaigrette: To the garlic and vinegar, add the olive oil, dill, fish sauce, sugar and 1 tablespoon cold water, and season generously with salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  • Add a couple of tablespoons of the vinaigrette to the salad greens, and toss, adding more as needed to evenly coat. The salad should be lightly dressed, not drowned. Taste for seasoning, adjusting with more salt and pepper as desired.

WILTED GREENS WITH BACON VINAIGRETTE



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I saw this today on Food Network and it made me hungry. Posting for ease of finding again. Recipe courtesy Sunny Anderson Show: Cooking for Real Episode: Bistro Night In

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Greens

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place romaine in a serving bowl.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
  • Remove bacon and crumble over greens.
  • To the pan, add sugar and vinegar, and simmer until sugar is dissolved, scraping up bacon bits that cling to the bottom of the pan.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Pour hot dressing over greens and toss.
  • Serve immediately.

MIXED GREENS WITH ORANGE-GINGER VINAIGRETTE



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Zingy vinaigrette combines orange juice, ginger and a flick of cayenne. Just whisk, toss with greens and top the salad your way. -Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
SALAD:
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sliced crosswise
1 cup thinly sliced red onion

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, toss greens with 1/4 cup vinaigrette; transfer to a serving dish. Top with oranges and onion. Serve immediately with remaining vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MIXED GREENS WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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It takes just 20 minutes to make a tart vinaigrette that's then tossed with dressed-up spring greens.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup frozen (thawed) cranberry juice concentrate
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
2 bags (5 oz each) mixed spring greens
1 small bunch watercress, torn into pieces
2 tart red apples, thinly sliced, slices cut in half
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all vinaigrette ingredients except cranberries with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in cranberries.
  • In serving bowl, toss all salad ingredients with vinaigrette just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

WARM GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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A warm vinaigrette tossed with fresh salad greens and toasted pine nuts makes for a fabulous flavor experience.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup water
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)
3 cups bite-size pieces leaf lettuce
3 cups bite-size pieces fresh spinach
2 cups bite-size pieces radicchio
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended. Makes 1 cup vinaigrette; use 1/3 cup for this recipe.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette to boiling over medium heat. Cook mushrooms in vinaigrette 3 minutes; remove from heat.
  • Add remaining salad ingredients. Toss 1 to 2 minutes or until greens begin to wilt. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with freshly ground pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg

THREE GREENS AND FRUIT WITH VINAIGRETTE



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Use Bosc pears in this crisp green salad. It's great to serve during the cool weather months, and is a beautiful addition to any holiday table!

Provided by MARIA GEE

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 head romaine lettuce, torn
1 head butter lettuce, torn
2 bunches fresh spinach leaves
2 pears, cored and sliced
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, onion, sugar, salt, hot sauce, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the walnuts, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
  • In a large bowl, mix the walnuts, romaine lettuce, butter lettuce, spinach, and pears. Toss with the dressing mixture to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 203.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

SAUTEED LEAFY GREENS WITH GRAPEFRUIT VINAIGRETTE



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Yummy greens, with a citrus spiked dressing and topped with sliced warm figs! Are you with me? Mmmmmm....mmmmmmm Adapted from Deliciuos Living magazine.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Citrus

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons walnut oil or 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus
1 teaspoon walnut oil or 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 medium grapefruit (to make 1/2 cup fresh juice)
2 teaspoons grapefruit peel, finely grated
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large garlic cloves, chopped (divided)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 bunch kale (abuot 10 oz.) or 1 bunch collard greens, washed, cut into ribbons (abuot 10 oz.)
1/3 cup dried fig, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Warm 6 tbls. oil and dried rosemary in a small pan on low heat until rosemary just begins to drift. Don't boil. Remove from heat.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine syrup, grapefruit juice and peel, lemon juice, 1 chopped garlic clove, salt and pepper; pulse for about 30 seconds. Run on high continuously while slowly adding oil-rosemary mixture. Continue blending for 1 minute. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate in a tightly covered jar if not using right away.
  • Heat the remaining 1 teaspoons oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the remaining chopped garlic and saute until tender. Add kale or collard greens and braise slightly, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add 1/2 cup vinaigrette to the greens and saute on mediumlow heat until the vinaigrette is warmed and greens are nearly tender, about 4 minutes. Add the sliced figs and saute 1 minute more. Enjoy!

WARM CHICKPEAS AND GREENS WITH VINAIGRETTE



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In the mountainous regions of Provence, frugal farmers make a meal of chickpeas and spinach or chard. They cook the greens in a big pot of water, then use the same water for cooking the chickpeas. While the chickpeas simmer, the farmers make a vinaigrette and use that to season the chickpeas and greens.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, weekday, one pot, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound spinach or Swiss chard (1 bunch), stemmed and thoroughly cleaned
1/2 pound (1 1/8 cups) chickpeas, soaked for at least six hours in 2 quarts water
A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf, a couple of sprigs each of parsley and thyme, and a Parmesan rind
Salt
freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced or pureed
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 small red onion, chopped, soaked in cold water for five minutes and drained (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil while you stem and wash the spinach or chard. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water in the pot comes to a boil, add the greens. Cook spinach no longer than one minute. Cook chard one to two minutes. Remove from the pot with a skimmer, and transfer to the ice water. Do not drain the water. Cool the greens for a couple of minutes in the ice water, and then drain and squeeze out excess water. Chop coarsely and set aside. Allow the pot of water to cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Drain the soaked chickpeas, and add to the pot along with the bouquet garni. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for one hour. Add salt to taste, and continue to simmer until the beans are tender, 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Drain the chickpeas through a strainer or colander set over a bowl. Return the broth to the pot if you wish to serve it as a light soup. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, minced garlic, salt and pepper to taste, and the olive oil. Combine the cooked chickpeas, greens, parsley and red onion in a bowl, and toss with the dressing. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 401, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 474 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender greens: Look for vibrant, deeply colored leaves without any signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Wash greens thoroughly: Rinse greens in cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Dry greens thoroughly: Use a salad spinner or pat greens dry with a clean kitchen towel to prevent dilution of the dressing.
  • Make dressing ahead of time: This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Toss greens with dressing just before serving: This prevents the greens from becoming limp or soggy.
  • Use a variety of greens: Experiment with different types of greens, such as spinach, arugula, kale, and romaine, to add flavor and texture to your salad.
  • Add other vegetables and toppings: Roasted vegetables, nuts, seeds, and crumbled cheese can add extra flavor and crunch to your salad.
  • Serve salad immediately: Greens are best enjoyed fresh, so serve them as soon as possible after assembling.

Conclusion:

With its simple preparation and endless variations, a salad with vinaigrette dressing is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a light meal or a side dish. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and visually appealing salad that will be a hit at any gathering. Whether you prefer a classic vinaigrette or a more adventurous dressing, the possibilities are endless. So experiment and enjoy the deliciousness of greens with vinaigrette!

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