Jul 14 2026

Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Fresh garden salad with seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Wash and Chop Vegetables

    Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water. Drain and pat dry. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, peel and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, and peel and grate the carrot.

  2. 2

    Combine Salad Base

    In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and grated carrot. Toss gently to combine.

Adding Toppings

  1. 3

    Prepare Toppings

    Thinly slice the red onion, cube the avocado, and slice the olives if they are whole.

  2. 4

    Mix in Toppings

    Sprinkle the red onion, feta cheese, olives, and avocado on top of the salad base. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Making the Dressing

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

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

  2. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate and Serve

    Serve the salad immediately as a fresh side dish or light main course. Enjoy!

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