Fresh Garden Salad Pickle Vinaigrette (Printable)

Mixed greens and crisp veggies tossed in vibrant pickle vinaigrette offer a fresh, tangy bite. Vegetarian and gluten-free.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 4 cups mixed salad greens, such as romaine, arugula, and spinach
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
06 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Pickle Vinaigrette

08 - 3 tablespoons dill pickle juice
09 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 teaspoon honey, optional
13 - 1 tablespoon dill pickles, finely chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried dill
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Place salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, carrot, radishes, and parsley into a large salad bowl. Toss gently to combine.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together dill pickle juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, chopped dill pickles, and fresh dill. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss thoroughly to ensure even coating of all vegetables.
04 - Serve promptly, optionally garnishing with extra dill or parsley.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Uses only fresh and pantry staple vegetables
  • Dressed with a zippy pickle vinaigrette for unique flavor
  • Ready in just 15 minutes no cooking required
  • Naturally gluten free vegetarian and easily vegan
02 -
  • Loaded with fiber vitamins and antioxidants
  • A great side for anything grilled or picnics
  • Can be made vegan by using agave instead of honey
03 -
  • Wash and dry your greens thoroughly so the vinaigrette clings and the salad stays crisp
  • If possible make the vinaigrette a few hours ahead the flavors deepen with time
  • Never overdress toss lightly and add more only as needed
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