House Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad
Simple Vinaigrette
Method
Salad
- 1
Prepare vegetables
Rinse the mixed salad greens thoroughly in cold water and spin or pat dry until mostly free of water. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel the cucumber if desired, quarter lengthwise and slice into 1/4-inch half-moons to equal about 1/2 cup. Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and separate into rings. Peel and coarsely grate the carrot to measure about 1/2 cup.
- 2
Assemble salad
In a large salad bowl, combine the dried mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and grated carrot. Crumble the feta evenly over the top and sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds. Season lightly with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss gently to distribute.
Simple Vinaigrette
- 3
Make dressing
In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk vigorously (or close jar and shake) until emulsified and slightly thickened, about 20–30 seconds.
- 4
Dress the salad
Right before serving, pour about 2–3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette over the salad (reserve any extra dressing for serving). Toss the salad gently to coat all components evenly. Taste and adjust with additional salt, pepper, or more dressing if desired.