Garden Salad * Recipe

Salad Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Start by washing all the vegetables thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides.

2. 2

   Chop the Romaine Lettuce

   Take the romaine lettuce, remove the tough stems, and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

3. 3

   Halve the Cherry Tomatoes

   Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

4. 4

   Slice the Cucumber

   Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds.

5. 5

   Slice the Red Onion

   Finely slice the red onion. You can soak them in cold water for a few minutes to reduce their sharpness if preferred.

6. 6

   Grate the Carrot

   Use a grater to shred the carrot into thin pieces.

7. 7

   Chop the Bell Pepper

   Remove the seeds and stem of the bell pepper, and chop it into small chunks.

8. 8

   Combine Ingredients

   In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, carrot, and bell pepper. Toss gently to mix.

9. 9

   Add Feta Cheese

   If using, crumble the feta cheese over the salad and gently mix.

10. 10

    Prepare the Dressing

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

11. 11

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

12. 12

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a refreshing lunch option.