Greens Recipe
Make Greens 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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Base Greens
Vegetable Accents
Crunch & Finish
Dressing
Method
Base Greens
- 1
Wash and dry greens
Rinse the mixed lettuces, spinach, and arugula in cold water. Spin or pat dry thoroughly so dressing will cling; tear larger leaves into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Vegetable Accents
- 2
Prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the cucumber and radishes, thinly slice the green onions, and dice the avocado. Add all to the bowl with the greens, gently tossing to combine, taking care not to mash the avocado.
Crunch & Finish
- 3
Toast pepitas in a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring, until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Sprinkle pepitas, chopped herbs, and crumbled cheese over the salad just before serving.
Dressing
- 4
Make the dressing
In a small bowl or jar combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, honey, grated garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning—add more lemon for brightness, more honey for sweetness, or more salt and pepper as needed.
- 5
Dress the salad
Pour about half the dressing over the greens and toss gently to coat. Add more dressing a tablespoon at a time until the salad is evenly dressed but not soggy (you may not need all the dressing).