Garden Salad recipe served on a plate, by Johnny Cascone's Italian Restaurant
Jun 09 2026

Garden Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Fresh mixed greens with tomatoes, cucumbers, and your choice of dressing.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Salad

  1. 1

    Wash and Prepare Vegetables

    Thoroughly wash the mixed greens under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner or by patting them with a clean towel.

  2. 2

    Cut the Cucumbers

    Slice the cucumber into thin rounds. If you prefer, you can peel it before slicing.

  3. 3

    Halve the Cherry Tomatoes

    Cut the cherry tomatoes in half to make them easier to eat and add them to the bowl with mixed greens.

  4. 4

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the washed mixed greens, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.

Making the Dressing

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

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

  2. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Serving the Salad

  1. 7

    Serve Immediately

    Transfer the salad to serving plates or bowls and enjoy fresh. Optionally, you can garnish with additional toppings like croutons or nuts.

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