Garden Fresh House Salad Recipe
Fresh greens, sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, and tomato wedges, served with your choice of dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing Options
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Wash and Prepare Greens
Thoroughly wash the mixed salad greens under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris. Spin dry in a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Slice the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on preference.
- 3
- 4
Cut the Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes and cut them into wedges or slices, depending on your preference.
Assembling the Salad
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the washed salad greens, sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, and tomato wedges.
- 6
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, black pepper, and honey (if using). Whisk together until well mixed.
- 7
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light main course. Enjoy with your choice of additional dressing if desired.