Side Salad Recipe
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 Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lettuce
Wash the Romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Remove any wilted or damaged leaves. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add the Vegetables
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add to the salad. Peel the carrot and grate it using a box grater or food processor, then sprinkle it over the salad.
Adding Toppings
- 3
Slice the Red Onion
Peel and thinly slice the small red onion. Add the slices to the salad bowl.
- 4
Add Feta and Olives
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and add the olives. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Dressing Preparation
- 5
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
