Garden Salad Recipe

Salad Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Rinse the mixed greens under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner. Place in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Add Tomatoes

   Dice the tomatoes and add them to the mixing bowl with the mixed greens.

3. 3

   Slice Cucumbers

   Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Add to the mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Shred Carrots

   Use a grater or food processor to shred the carrots. Add the shredded carrots into the bowl.

5. 5

   Slice Red Onion

   Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture in the bowl.

6. 6

   Add Croutons

   Sprinkle the croutons over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

7. 7

   Toss the Salad

   Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly mixed.

8. 8

   Prepare the Dressing

   In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Dress the Salad

   Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss again to ensure everything is coated.

10. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately in individual bowls or plates and enjoy your fresh garden salad.