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Ensalada Mixta: Special Mixed Salad

Ensalada Mixta: Special Mixed Salad prepared dish

Ensalada mixta is a vibrant and refreshing mixed salad that combines a variety of fresh vegetables and proteins. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a side for dinner, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of flavors. Enjoy the balance of textures and tastes with every bite!

This recipe is mediterranean style, lunch, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep.

Prep: 15 min · Total: 15 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include black pepper, salt, olive oil, canned tuna.
  • Follow all 5 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 can canned tuna (drained)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
  • 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 large hard-boiled eggs (sliced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and diced bell pepper.
  2. Add the sliced hard-boiled eggs and drained canned tuna to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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