House Salad Recipe
Lettuce, Cheese, Pickles, & Croutons
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Lettuce
Rinse the lettuce leaves under cold water to remove any dirt. Shake off excess water and pat dry with a paper towel. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese, sliced pickles, and croutons evenly over the lettuce in the salad bowl.
Making the Dressing
- 3
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Serving
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad immediately before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- 5
Serve
Serve the salad fresh as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!