Side Salad Recipe
Make Side 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
Preparation of Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Prepare Greens
Rinse the mixed greens under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner. Place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Cut Cherry Tomatoes
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the mixed greens.
- 3
Slice Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds and add to the salad bowl.
- 4
Chop Red Onion
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the salad bowl.
Adding Toppings
- 5
Add Feta Cheese
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad evenly.
- 6
Sprinkle Almonds
Evenly sprinkle the almonds over the salad.
- 7
Add Dried Cranberries
Sprinkle the dried cranberries on top of the salad.
Preparing Dressing
- 8
Mix Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Final Assembly
- 9
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- 10
Serve
Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.
