Tossed Salad recipe served on a plate, by El Pinto Restaurant
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Tossed Salad Recipe

A fresh mix of crisp greens, colorful vegetables, and a light dressing, perfect for a refreshing side or a healthy main dish.

Time15m
Serves4
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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and julienne the carrots and bell pepper.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, carrots, and bell pepper.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

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

  4. 4

    Toss the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.

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