Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLil RaysGarden Salad Recipe

Garden Salad Recipe

Inspired by Lil Rays
Time30m
Serves4

Make Garden Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Dressing

Optional Toppings

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Start by rinsing all the vegetables under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides.

  2. 2

    Chop Romaine Lettuce

    Remove the leaves from the romaine lettuce head, chop them into bite-sized pieces, and place them in a large salad bowl.

  3. 3

    Slice Cherry Tomatoes

    Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.

  4. 4

    Prepare Cucumber

    Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Slice Red Onion

    Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.

  6. 6

    Grate Carrot

    Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater or a food processor, then add to the bowl.

  7. 7

    Chop Bell Pepper

    Remove the seeds from the bell pepper, chop it into small pieces, and add it to the bowl.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 8

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

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

  2. 9

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning or sweetness as needed by adding more salt, honey, or vinegar.

Combine and Serve

  1. 10

    Toss the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables in the salad bowl. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all the veggies are coated with the dressing.

  2. 11

    Add Optional Toppings

    If desired, sprinkle feta cheese, olives, and croutons on top of the salad before serving.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

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