Jul 09 2026

Mixed Greens Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Mixed field greens with tomatoes, cucumber, and cornbread croutons in a white balsamic vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Cornbread Croutons

White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Method

Prepare the Cornbread Croutons

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Cut the Cornbread

    Cut the cornbread into small cubes, about 1 inch in size.

  3. 3

    Toss with Olive Oil and Seasoning

    In a bowl, toss the cornbread cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Bake the Croutons

    Spread the cornbread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, tossing halfway through.

Prepare the Salad

  1. 5

    Wash the Greens

    Thoroughly wash the mixed field greens under cold water. Drain and pat dry.

  2. 6

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

  3. 7

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed field greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.

Make the White Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl or jar, combine the white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 9

    Whisk or Shake

    Whisk together or seal the jar and shake until all ingredients are well combined.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 10

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.

  2. 11

    Add Croutons

    Top the salad with the cornbread croutons just before serving to keep them crunchy.

  3. 12

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the mixed greens salad immediately while fresh and crisp.

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