Latin American 0 min
Ensalada Mixta con Vinagreta Criolla
vegetarianveganhealthygluten-freequick
Ingredientsfor 2
220
Cal
3g
Protein
14g
Carbs
18g
Fat
- 14 cups mixed greens or romaine, torn
- 22 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 31 cucumber, sliced
- 4½ red onion, very thinly sliced
- 51 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 61 avocado, sliced
- 7¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 8⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 93 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 101 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 111 clove garlic, very finely grated
- 12Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar
Instructions
- 1
Make the criolla vinaigrette: whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper until emulsified and smooth.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Add most of the dressing and toss gently.
- 3
Arrange on a platter or in a large bowl. Fan avocado slices over the top, scatter parsley, and drizzle remaining dressing over the avocado.
- 4
Serve immediately — this simple salad is served throughout Latin America as a universal side dish. The criolla dressing should be bright and tangy with just enough oil to coat without being heavy.