Jul 14 2026
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Mix Salad Recipe

Inspired by Legendary Spice
Time20m
Serves4

Make Mix 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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Mixed Salad

Method

Mixed Salad

  1. 1

    Prepare produce

    Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens using a salad spinner or towels. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel (if desired) and slice the cucumber into half-moons (about 1/4-inch thick). Core, seed and dice the red bell pepper into small pieces (~1/2-inch). Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and separate into rings. Peel and grate or julienne the carrot.

  2. 2

    Assemble salad

    Place the dried salad greens into a large salad bowl. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and grated carrot. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese, chopped toasted nuts, and chopped fresh herbs over the top. Gently toss once to combine (do not dress yet).

Simple Vinaigrette

  1. 3

    Make vinaigrette

    In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice (or vinegar), Dijon mustard, honey (or maple), minced garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk briefly or shake the jar to blend. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking (or add olive oil to the jar and shake vigorously) until the dressing emulsifies and is slightly thickened, about 20–30 seconds.

  2. 4

    Taste and adjust

    Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning: add more salt for saltiness, more lemon/vinegar for acidity, or a little more honey for sweetness as needed.

  3. 5

    Dress and serve

    Right before serving, pour about half of the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss with salad tongs until evenly coated. Taste and add more dressing as needed (you may not need all the dressing). Transfer to serving bowls or a platter and serve immediately.

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