Wash and dry the mixed salad greens and shredded iceberg lettuce thoroughly in a salad spinner or with paper towels. Place the greens in a very large serving bowl and toss gently to combine.

Prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion, and peel and julienne or grate the carrot.

Add the prepared tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and carrot to the bowl with the greens. If using avocado, dice it and add it at the end just before dressing to avoid browning.

Sprinkle the crumbled cheese, toasted nuts or seeds, and dried cranberries over the top of the salad. If using canned chickpeas or sliced grilled chicken for protein, add them now.

In a small bowl or jar with a lid, combine the extra-virgin olive oil (6 tbs), red wine vinegar (3 tbs), Dijon mustard (1 tsp), honey or maple syrup (1 tsp), minced garlic (1 clove), kosher salt (1 tsp) and freshly ground black pepper (1 tsp). Whisk vigorously or shake the jar until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning - add more salt, pepper, or a splash more vinegar if desired.

Whisk vinaigrette

Just before serving, drizzle about 4–6 tablespoons of the vinaigrette over the salad (reserve extra in case some guests want more). Toss the salad gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients with dressing. Add diced avocado on top after tossing, if using, to prevent mashing.

Serve the large bowl salad family-style with the remaining dressing on the side. Offer additional salt, pepper, cheese, and toasted nuts at the table.

mixed salad greens (romaine, baby spinach, arugula)

iceberg lettuce, shredded

cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4-inch

red bell pepper, thinly sliced

red onion, thinly sliced

carrot, peeled and julienned or grated

avocado, diced (optional, add just before serving)

crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)

toasted nuts or seeds (walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds)

dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

grilled chicken breast, sliced

canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

extra-virgin olive oil

red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)

Dijon mustard

honey or maple syrup

garlic, minced

kosher salt

black pepper, freshly ground

Large Bowl Salad

Make Large Bowl Salad Recipe in just 20m. Serves 4.

Large Bowl Salad Recipe

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