Aperol Vinaigrette Green Salad
A crisp salad tossed in a bright Aperol-based vinaigrette, featuring mixed greens, toasted almonds, and shaved Parmesan for a perfect light meal. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs Mixed greens, tablespoons Aperol, tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil 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 200 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 5 cups Mixed greens
- 2 tablespoons Aperol
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Toasted almonds
- 1/4 cup Shaved Parmesan
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 2 tablespoons Aperol, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 2: Place 5 cups mixed greens in a large bowl, then pour the vinaigrette over and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Divide salad among plates, top with 1/4 cup toasted almonds and 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Aperol Vinaigrette Green Salad take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Aperol Vinaigrette Green 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 Aperol Vinaigrette Green 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 Aperol Vinaigrette Green Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Aperol Vinaigrette Green 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
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order mediterranean delivery again.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
