Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFrankie's DinerGarden Salad Recipe

Garden Salad Recipe

Inspired by Frankie's Diner
Time20m
Serves4

Make Garden Salad Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce and spinach as the base of your salad.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Slice the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion. Add all chopped vegetables to the bowl with the lettuce and spinach.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

  2. 4

    Season the Dressing

    Add salt and black pepper to the dressing mixture to taste, and whisk again to incorporate.

Final Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine Salad and Dressing

    Pour the dressing over the salad base and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates and enjoy immediately.

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