Mixed leaf salad with hazelnut dressing

Elevate your meal with a fresh, mixed leaf salad topped with a deliciously nutty hazelnut dressing. This easy-to-make recipe combines crunchy hazelnuts, mixed greens, and a delightful blend of olive oil, vinegar, and a hint of sugar for the perfect balance of flavors.

  • 30 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Mixed leaf salad with hazelnut dressing

This delicious mixed leaf salad with hazelnut dressing is a fresh and flavorful dish that's perfect for any meal. The nutty hazelnuts paired with mixed greens and a simple homemade dressing make this salad both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp hazelnuts
30g
2 cups mixed greens (or salad mix)
140g
1/4 cup olive oil
60g
1 tbsp vinegar
16g
1 tsp sugar
5g

Instructions:

1. Toast the Hazelnuts:
- Preheat a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add the hazelnuts to the skillet and toast them, stirring frequently, until they become aromatic and slightly golden, around 5-7 minutes.
- Once toasted, remove the hazelnuts from the skillet, transfer them to a cutting board, and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Coarsely chop the hazelnuts once they’ve cooled.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, and sugar.
- Whisk the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- Place the mixed greens in a large salad bowl.
- Drizzle the hazelnut dressing over the greens.
- Toss the salad gently to make sure the greens are evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Add the Hazelnuts:
- Sprinkle the chopped, toasted hazelnuts over the salad.
- Give the salad a final, gentle toss to incorporate the hazelnuts.
5. Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately as a fresh starter or side dish.

Tips:

- Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, shaking the pan regularly to prevent burning, to enhance their flavor and crunch.

- You can substitute the mixed greens with any salad greens of your choice, such as spinach, arugula, or kale.

- For a more intense flavor, let the dressing sit for about 10 minutes before mixing it with the salad.

- Add some extra toppings like cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or avocado for additional texture and flavor.

- To evenly coat the salad, add the dressing gradually while tossing the greens.

A mixed leaf salad with hazelnut dressing is a delightful and healthy addition to any dining table. It's easy to prepare and offers a wonderful combination of textures and flavors. Enjoy your salad as a light starter or a side dish to complement your main course.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size40 grams
Energy
Calories 36kcal2%
Protein
Protein 0.75g0%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 1.69g0%
Fiber 0.48g1%
Sugar 1.06g1%
Fat
Fat 13g15%
Saturated 1.62g5%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.05ug0%
Choline 2.28mg0%
Vitamin B1 0.03mg3%
Vitamin B2 0.01mg0%
Vitamin B3 0.09mg1%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 6ug1%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.32mg0%
Vitamin E 0.75mg5%
Vitamin K 0.71ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 6mg0%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 0.24mg2%
Magnesium, Mg 8mg2%
Phosphorus, P 15mg1%
Potassium, K 36mg1%
Selenium, Se 0.13ug0%
Sodium, Na 0.13mg0%
Zinc, Zn 0.12mg1%
Water
Water 2.61g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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