Microgreen Salad

This microgreen salad is a quick assembly of textures and flavor: peppery greens, juicy tomatoes, creamy blue cheese, and sweet-tart cranberries. Serves two as a light lunch or starter.

Why You'll Love Microgreen Salad

Salad greens, microgreens, pea tendrils, and basil get tossed with Caesar dressing, then topped with crumbled blue cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries. It's a fast way to use up a market produce haul or a microgreens box before it wilts.

Tips and Tricks

• Toss greens gently with dressing just before serving to avoid wilting.
• Toast sliced almonds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes for added crunch and nuttiness.
• Use high-quality blue cheese-like Point Reyes or Roquefort-for a stronger, creamier flavor.

Variations

• Swap the cheese: Use goat cheese or shaved parmesan if you're not a fan of blue cheese.
• Change the dressing: Try a lemon vinaigrette, balsamic reduction, or tahini dressing.
• Add protein: Top with grilled chicken, salmon, or soft-boiled eggs for a heartier salad.

Substitutions

• Microgreens: Sub arugula or baby kale if microgreens aren't available.
• Almonds: Use sunflower seeds, pepitas, or crushed walnuts instead.
• Dried cranberries: Replace with chopped dried apricots or golden raisins for a twist.

Best Served With

• Grilled sourdough or focaccia
• Cold-pressed juice or sparkling water
• Herby quiche or savory tart
• Poached salmon or roasted chicken

How to Store Leftovers

• If undressed, the salad will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Once dressed, it's best enjoyed immediately as microgreens wilt quickly. Store dressing separately when meal prepping.

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This microgreen salad is a quick assembly of textures and flavor: peppery greens, juicy tomatoes, creamy blue cheese, and sweet-tart cranberries. Serves two as a light lunch or starter.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Californian

Calories: 296

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 handfuls salad greens
• 1 small handful microgreens
• 1 small handful pea tendrils
• A few basil leaves picked
• 2 tablespoon Caesar dressing
• 2 tablespoon blue cheese crumbled
• ¼ cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
• ½ tablespoon dried cranberries

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Sharp Knife
• Spoon for dressing
• Salad tongs or clean hands

Method

 

Build the Salad

1. Add the salad greens, microgreens, pea tendrils, and basil leaves to a large bowl.
2. Toss gently with Caesar dressing until evenly coated.

Finish with Toppings

1. Scatter crumbled blue cheese, cherry tomatoes, almonds, and cranberries over the top.
2. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 6gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 521mgPotassium: 203mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 299IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Storage: keep undressed in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Dress only what you'll eat right away, since microgreens wilt fast.

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