Adverb Salad
A crisp salad where 'best' and 'most' are used as zesty dressing components over mixed greens. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, best, most into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 2 tbsp best
- 1 tbsp most
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp dijon mustard, 2 tbsp 'best', and 1 tbsp 'most' in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 2: Arrange 6 cups mixed greens on a serving platter; top evenly with 1/2 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup crumbled feta.
- Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad immediately before serving, tossing gently to coat all ingredients.
- Step 4: Serve at room temperature to allow flavors to meld without wilting the greens.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Adverb Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Adverb Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Adverb Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Adverb Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Adverb Salad?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
