Dinner Salad Recipe
Lettuce, tomato, and pepper cheese.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Cheese
Dressing
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Lettuce
Rinse the lettuce leaves under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Dice the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly. Cut them in half, remove the seeds if desired, and then dice them into small cubes. Add the diced tomatoes to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
- 3
Grate the Cheese
Using a grater, shred the Pepper Jack cheese into fine pieces. Sprinkle the cheese over the lettuce and tomatoes in the salad bowl.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly, ensuring that the lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese are coated with the dressing.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Salad
Transfer the salad to individual serving plates or bowls. Enjoy immediately as a refreshing side dish or light dinner.
