Garden Salad Recipe
Make Garden Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Dry with a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Slice the Cherry Tomatoes
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
- 3
Dice the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds with a spoon, and cut into half-moon slices. Add to the salad bowl.
- 4
Chop the Red Onion
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. You can soak the slices in cold water for a few minutes to reduce the sharpness if desired. Add to the salad bowl.
- 5
Dice the Bell Pepper
Remove the seeds and stem from the bell pepper, then chop it into small pieces. Add to the salad bowl.
Dressing Preparation
- 6
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk together until well combined.
- 7
Season the Dressing
Add salt and black pepper to the dressing mixture according to your taste preferences. Whisk again to incorporate the seasoning.
Assembly
- 8
Combine the Salad and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss gently to combine everything evenly, ensuring all vegetables are coated with dressing.
- 9
Serve
Serve the garden salad immediately on individual plates or in bowls. Enjoy fresh!