Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrawford's RestaurantSide Salad Recipe

Side Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Garden or Caesar

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Ingredients

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Garden Salad Ingredients

Caesar Salad Ingredients

Method

Garden Salad Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Peel and julienne the carrot. Thinly slice the red onion.

  2. 2

    Mix the Salad

    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, and red onion.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

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

  4. 4

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled.

Caesar Salad Directions

  1. 6

    Prepare the Lettuce

    Wash the romaine lettuce leaves and dry them thoroughly. Tear or chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the torn romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, and lemon juice.

  3. 8

    Add Cheese and Croutons

    Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and croutons over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring an even distribution.

  4. 9

    Season the Salad

    Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting according to preference.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled.

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