Big Garden Salad Recipe
Mixed greens / cucumbers / carrots / grape tomatoes / choice of dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Slice the Cucumbers
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Add to the salad bowl.
- 3
Shred the Carrots
Peel the carrots and use a grater to shred them. Add the shredded carrots to the salad bowl.
- 4
Halve the Grape Tomatoes
Rinse the grape tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.
Dressing Preparation
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Mix or Shake the Dressing
Whisk together or shake the jar until all ingredients are well combined and emulsified.
Final Assembly
- 7
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to combine until everything is evenly coated.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or main course. Enjoy your Big Garden Salad!