Jul 14 2026

Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Fresh garden salad with seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Wash the Greens

    Thoroughly rinse the mixed greens under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Spin dry or pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, and julienne the carrot into thin strips.

Adding Toppings

  1. 3

    Slice the Red Onion

    Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese and Olives

    Crumble the feta cheese and add it along with the olives on top of the salad base.

Making the Dressing

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 6

    Combine All Ingredients

    In a large bowl, add the washed mixed greens, prepared vegetables, sliced red onion, feta cheese, and olives.

  2. 7

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

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