House Salad Recipe
Make House 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
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
Wash the romaine lettuce and spinach thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl. Add the spinach leaves.
- 2
Add Vegetables
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl. Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then cut it into half-moon shapes before adding to the salad. Thinly slice the red onion and add to the mix.
Topping the Salad
- 3
Add Toppings
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad. Add the olives (whole or sliced) and grate or julienne the carrot before sprinkling it on top of the salad.
Preparing the Dressing
- 4
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembly
- 5
Combine and Serve
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the salad. Serve immediately.
