Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPasta Garage Italian CafeCap's Creation Recipe

Cap's Creation Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Garden salad with mixed greens and your choice of toppings.

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Ingredients

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Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Base

  1. 1

    Wash and Chop the Vegetables

    Rinse the mixed greens under cold water and pat dry. Chop the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Combine the Base Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and shredded carrots. Toss gently to combine.

Adding Toppings

  1. 3

    Prepare the Toppings

    Slice the avocado and set aside. Crumble the feta cheese, and if using, chop the grilled chicken into strips.

  2. 4

    Add Toppings to Salad

    Sprinkle the avocado, feta cheese, olives, sunflower seeds, and grilled chicken (if using) over the salad base.

Making the Dressing

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

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

  2. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

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