Description
A crisp and refreshing side salad bursting with vibrant mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, topped with shredded carrots, crumbled cheese, and toasted seeds or nuts. Tossed in a simple, tangy dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, this easy-to-make salad pairs perfectly with any meal and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or shredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumber and red onion, shredded carrots, crumbled cheese, and toasted sunflower seeds or almonds. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until the mixture is well emulsified and smooth.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy its crisp texture and fresh flavors.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the cheese for your favorite variety like goat cheese or omit for a dairy-free option.
- Replace sunflower seeds or almonds with walnuts, pecans, or pumpkin seeds for different textures and flavors.
- Add sliced avocado or crunchy croutons for extra texture and heartiness.
- This salad pairs well with almost any main dish, from grilled meats to pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
