House Salad Recipe
Mesclun Greens, Fresh Tomato, Cucumber, and Shaved, Red Onion, Homemade Croutons, Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Crouton Ingredients
Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
- 2
Combine the Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the mesclun greens, diced tomato, cucumber rounds, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Crouton Preparation
- 3
Make Homemade Croutons
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the bread slices into cubes. In a bowl, mix the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Spread the seasoned bread cubes on a baking sheet.
- 4
Bake the Croutons
Bake the croutons in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through for even cooking. Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool.
Vinaigrette Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Balsamic Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Final Assembly
- 6
Assemble the Salad
Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients. Top with the homemade croutons just before serving.
- 7
Serve
Serve the house salad immediately, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.