Italian Leafy Green Salad Recipe
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Italian Leafy Green Salad

By: Robyn Webb 
"Grapeseed oil is the secret to this salad. If you cannot find it, use olive oil. Preparation time is 15 Minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (61)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 - 1 cup servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups romaine lettuce - torn, washed and dried
  • 1 cup torn escarole
  • 1 cup torn radicchio
  • 1 cup torn red leaf lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into rings
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced in rings
  • 12 cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup grapeseed oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, escarole, radicchio, red-leaf, scallions, red pepper, green pepper and cherry tomatoes.
  2. Whisk together the grapeseed oil, basil, vinegar, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Pour over salad, toss and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 110 | Total Fat: 9.4g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by GINAH1   view full review
Great salad-I couldn't find grapeseed oil, so I used olive oil instead and it worked just fine-
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2004 by JDVMD Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Very good salad. I just used bagged spring medley lettuce and cut the peppers into strips...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2003 by Ashley R.   view full review
This salad is fantastic and received rave reviews by recent dinner guests! I took the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2003 by DEBBIE FOX   view full review
My guests at a recent dinner party loved this salad. The bowl was completely empty! I could...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2003 by CCOYNE   view full review
Excellent Salad. Used it during Thanksgiving. Added roasted pinenuts, Feta cheese,and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2005 by ROBINANNE2   view full review
This was an excellent salad. Will definitely make again. I couldn't find grapeseed oil so I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2005 by JeanieMomof2   view full review
This has become one of our favourites. I really enjoy the blend of lettuces and I often serve...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 6, 2004 by Traci   view full review
This salad is AWESOME! We always have it w/ grilled chicken, it is soooo good!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2003 by DRUCILLA   view full review
Despite my inability to locate the grapeseed oil, it was delicious! I recommend this to anyone...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2005 by MRSMORTON   view full review
This was very good! I served it with stuffed manicotti at a dinner party and it disappeared!...

 

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