Jul 14 2026

Side Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Greens

    Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Remove any wilted or damaged leaves, then chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

  2. 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 slice each half into half-moons. Add the cucumber to the salad bowl. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mix.

Topping the Salad

  1. 3

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad, followed by the olives and croutons. Make sure to distribute them evenly for a balanced taste.

Dressing the Salad

  1. 4

    Make the Dressing

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

  2. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine all the ingredients, ensuring an even coating of dressing.

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