Ingredients
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, arugula, and spinach)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– ½ bell pepper (any color), chopped
– ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup shredded carrots
– ½ cup radishes, sliced
– ¼ cup olives (optional)
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette or dressing of choice
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating this Easy Garden Salad is a breeze. Just follow these straightforward steps:
1. Wash the Greens: Thoroughly rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, chop the bell pepper, slice the red onion, and thinly slice the radishes.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, shredded carrots, and radishes.
4. Add Extras: If desired, fold in olives and feta cheese for an added layer of flavor.
5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette or your preferred dressing over the salad mixture.
6. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as needed, and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
7. Serve Immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy your vibrant Easy Garden Salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g