Ingredients
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
– 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup shredded carrots
– 1/2 cup radishes, sliced
– 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– 1/4 cup olives (black or green), pitted and sliced (optional)
– Dressing of your choice (e.g., balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, or olive oil and vinegar)
Instructions
Creating Easy Garden Salad is straightforward and simple, even for novice cooks. Follow these steps to bring your salad to life:
1. Prepare the Base: Rinse the mixed salad greens thoroughly under cold water, then gently dry them using a salad spinner or paper towels.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and chop the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
3. Slice the Onions and Radishes: Thinly slice the red onion and radishes for enhanced flavor and texture.
4. Shred the Carrots: Use a grater or shredder to create fine pieces of carrot for easy mixing.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, carrots, and radishes. Toss gently to mix.
6. Add Cheese and Olives: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced olives over the top, if using.
7. Dress the Salad: Drizzle your choice of dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss again, ensuring an even coat of dressing.
8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Easy Garden Salad while fresh for the best flavor and texture.
These steps will help you create a delightful side dish or main course that everyone will savor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g