Description
The Garden Salad: Fresh Flavors You Can Customize Today is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with seasonal vegetables, this salad not only provides a colorful presentation but also delivers a wealth of nutrients in every bite. Ideal for summer gatherings, quick lunches, or as a delightful side dish, this customizable salad allows you to tailor the ingredients to your liking. The zesty dressing enhances the crisp textures of the fresh produce, making it a deliciously healthy option that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Iceberg Lettuce (or other leafy greens)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Cucumber (sliced)
- 1 medium Carrot (shredded)
- 3 tablespoons Cider Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh Parsley or Chives for garnish
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold water.
- Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
- Slice the cucumber into rounds or half-moons and incorporate it into the mix.
- Shred or chop the carrot and mix it in.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Garnish with parsley or chives if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg