Insalata Mista

Name: Insalata Mista
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons, red wine vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons, balsamic vinegar; 1/8 teaspoon, salt; 4 tablespoons, extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cups, mild greens (Bibb, green leaf, red oak, baby romaine), washed and dried; 2 cups, spicy greens (arugula or watercress), washed and dried; 2 cups, bitter greens (radicchio or endive), washed and dried; 1 , medium carrot, peeled and shredded on the large holes of a box grater; 1/2 , cucumber, peeled, halved, seeded, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch slices; 1/4 , medium red onion, sliced very thin

Side Dishes
Italian
Salads

Insalata mista is a simple but lively mix of mild, spicy, and bitter greens. Whether served as a first course or in the European way—after the main course and before dessert—Italian mixed salad refreshes the palate with its clean and robust flavor.

SERVES 4 to 6

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