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Bistro Salad

Bistro Salad Bliss: A Fresh Twist on Classic Flavors

This bistro salad is a delightful mix of vibrant greens and fresh herbs, capturing the essence of a French café.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Pickling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greens
  • 1 head Butter Lettuce tender green
  • 1 head Romaine for crunch
For the Fresh Herbs
  • 1 tablespoon Dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Chives chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Tarragon substitute as needed
For the Pickled Onions
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup White Vinegar for pickling
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil or olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • knife
  • Whisk
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bistro Salad
  1. Thinly slice the red onions and soak in white vinegar for 30 minutes.
  2. Whisk together canola oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
  3. Chop the butter lettuce and romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.
  4. Add chopped dill, chives, tarragon, and mix with pickled onions.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Dress the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp.

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