Fresh Garden Salad Recipe
Make Fresh Garden 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 Base
Dressing
Optional Toppings
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water. Spin them dry in a salad spinner or pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds. Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Peel the carrot and grate it into fine shreds.
- 3
Combine the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and grated carrot. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
Dressing Preparation
- 4
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- 5
Season the Dressing
Add salt and black pepper to the dressing mixture to taste, adjusting the seasonings as needed.
Assembly
- 6
Dress the Salad
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- 7
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, sprinkle feta cheese, diced avocado, and sunflower seeds over the top of the salad for added flavor and texture.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates and enjoy immediately.
