Uptown Salad Recipe
Romaine & arugula topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, red onions and Fritos.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing (optional)
Method
Preparation of Salad Base
- 1
Chop the Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce and arugula thoroughly. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large salad bowl along with the arugula.
Preparation of Toppings
- 2
- 3
Add Toppings
Add the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and chopped red onion to the salad bowl.
Adding Cheese and Fritos
- 4
Incorporate Cheese and Fritos
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and Fritos to the salad, mixing gently to combine.
Dressing the Salad (optional)
- 5
Mix Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing gently to coat all ingredients.
Serving the Salad
- 7
Serve
Scoop the salad into individual serving bowls and enjoy your Uptown Salad!
