🇫🇷 How To Make A Traditional French Green Salad

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.

Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.

Trim and slice the radishes thinly.

Peel and dice the cucumber.

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Finely slice the shallots.

Chop the fresh herbs.

Combine the greens, radishes, cucumber, tomatoes, shallots, and herbs in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.

Toss gently to coat the greens evenly with the dressing.

Serve immediately at room temperature.

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