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Pesto Salad

A refreshing salad featuring fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and a vibrant pesto dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens such as arugula, spinach, and romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
Pesto Dressing
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the basil pesto, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the pesto dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.

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