Insalata Mista
A light and refreshing classic Insalata Mista with shaved parmesan, grape tomatoes, and pine nuts tossed in a delcious balsamic vinaigrette. This mixed salad goes great with just about every entree!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 4 cup mixed greens
- 2 ounces parmesan shaved
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add mixed greens.
- In a jar with a lid, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Shake vigorously.
- Toss dressing with salad.
- Add in parmesan, tomatoes and pine nuts.
Notes
Variations and Substitutions
- Add radish, shaved carrots, red onion or cucumbers to the salad.
- Substitute mixed greens with arugula, romaine, bibb, even endive.
- Substitute parmesan with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Substitute pine nuts with toasted walnuts or pecans.
- For even more flavor, add 1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 1mg