Side Salad Recipe
A fresh mix of greens topped with vinaigrette.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Vinaigrette
Method
Prepare Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Prepare Greens
Rinse the romaine lettuce and spinach under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel or spin in a salad spinner. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then cut into half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion. Add all the chopped vegetables into the salad bowl with the greens.
Make Vinaigrette
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together or shake in the jar until the mixture is well blended.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the prepared salad base. Toss gently to combine all ingredients and ensure that the greens and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.