Green Salad with Egg and Sesame Seeds
A simple, fresh salad of mixed greens topped with a hard-boiled egg and toasted sesame seeds. Quick to assemble, perfect for a light lunch or side.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the 2 eggs in a small pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 9 minutes until hard-boiled. Drain and cool under cold water.
- 2
In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the 1 tbsp sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, shaking often.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 0.25 tsp salt. Add the 4 cups mixed greens and toss to coat.
- 4
Peel and slice the eggs, then arrange over the salad. Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- small pot
- small skillet
- large bowl
- knife
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