Simple Green Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

Foundations Referenced

• → Classic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed greens (butter lettuce, frisée, arugula, mâche)
• 1/4 cup Dijon vinaigrette (→ foundation, shallot variation)
• Flaky salt, cracked pepper

Method

1. Wash and dry greens thoroughly. A salad spinner is essential — wet greens dilute dressing.
2. Place in a large bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette around the edge of the bowl (not directly on the greens).
3. Toss gently with your hands, lifting from the bottom. Every leaf should glisten, none should be swimming.
4. Season with flaky salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

What You're Practicing

• Dressing restraint: the salad should glisten, not swim
• Proper washing and drying — the most overlooked step
• Hand-tossing for even, gentle coating