Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe CaféGarden Salad Recipe

Garden Salad Recipe

Inspired by The Café
Time15m
Serves4

Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and carrots with your choice of dressing.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing Option

Method

Preparing the Salad

  1. 1

    Wash the Vegetables

    Thoroughly wash the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and carrots under cold running water to remove any dirt or pesticides.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Chop the cucumber and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

  3. 3

    Combine the Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the washed mixed greens, chopped cucumber, chopped carrots, and halved cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to mix.

Making the Dressing

  1. 4

    Prepare the Dressing

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

  2. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Salad

    Divide the salad into individual serving bowls or plates. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.

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