Large Dinner Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Vegetables
Proteins
Cheese and Nuts
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Chop Greens
Rinse the romaine lettuce, spinach, and arugula under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel. Tear the romaine and arugula into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl. Add the spinach.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 2
Prepare Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl. Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the bowl. Core and chop the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and add it to the salad. Peel and grate the carrot, then sprinkle it over the top.
Preparation of Proteins
- 3
Cook Proteins
Grill the chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Allow to cool slightly, then slice into strips and add to the salad. Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in boiling water for 9-12 minutes, then cool in ice water. Peel and slice the eggs, adding them to the salad.
Adding Cheese and Nuts
- 4
Add Toppings
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle the walnuts on top.
Dressing the Salad
- 5
Mix Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
