How to Make a French Green Salad: Healthy and Delicious French Summer Recipe

mixed greens

🥗Healthier: baby spinach

💰Cheaper: iceberg lettuce

Baby spinach adds nutrients while iceberg is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard offers a similar flavor with added texture.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a healthier option, while white vinegar is less expensive.

Introduce the recipe and ingredients for a classic French salad.

Show the types of greens used: romaine, little gem lettuce, arugula, and dandelion greens.

Discuss the importance of using fresh ingredients and avoiding spinach.

Prepare the dressing using olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard.

Slice the shallots thinly and marinate them in vinegar for 15-20 minutes to reduce pungency.

Smash and chop garlic, then mince it finely.

Combine the marinated shallots and minced garlic in a bowl.

Mix the dressing by whisking together equal parts vinegar and mustard, then add 2/3 olive oil.

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serve the salad with the dressing just before eating.

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