Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup arugula, washed and dried
- 1 cup mixed greens (such as spinach, romaine lettuce, and radicchio), washed and dried
- 1 cup baby spinach, washed and dried
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup sliced celery
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
0 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, mixed greens, baby spinach, red onion, celery, carrots, walnuts, blue cheese, cranberries, and balsamic vinaigrette.
- Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and refreshing
- Colorful and flavorful
- No mayo
- Suitable for American taste
User Comments:
- "This salad is so delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures."
- "I'm usually not a fan of salads, but this one is a winner. It's light and flavorful, and the no-mayo dressing is a nice touch."
- "This is a great salad to serve as a side dish or main course. It's easy to make and always a hit with my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find dried cranberries, you can substitute fresh cranberries or raisins.
- If you don't have balsamic vinaigrette, you can use a simple dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper.
- To add a bit of sweetness, you can add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
