Side Garden Salad Recipe
Make Side Garden 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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Base Ingredients
Additional Toppings
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare the Vegetables
Thoroughly wash the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and carrot under cold running water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Cut the cucumber and carrot into thin slices. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion.
Assembling the Salad
- 3
Combine the Base Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, sliced carrot, and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.
- 4
Add Additional Toppings
Sprinkle the sliced red onion, feta cheese, and olives over the salad mixture.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Mix the Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the assembled salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Salad
Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with additional feta cheese or olives if desired.
