Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe RooftopSide Salad Recipe

Side Salad Recipe

Inspired by The Rooftop
Time20m
Serves4

Make Side Salad Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add Tomatoes

    Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

  3. 3

    Slice the Cucumber

    Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Chop the Red Onion

    Peel and finely chop the red onion. Add it to the salad mixture in the bowl.

  5. 5

    Grate the Carrot

    Peel and grate the carrot. Sprinkle it into the salad bowl.

  6. 6

    Add Feta Cheese

    Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

  7. 7

    Prepare the Dressing

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

  8. 8

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.

  9. 9

    Toss the Salad

    Using salad tongs or your hands, gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

  10. 10

    Serve

    Divide the salad into individual serving bowls or plates and enjoy!

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