A fresh, crisp, and colorful house salad made with mixed greens, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for any meal and incredibly customizable to suit your tastes.
Course Lunch
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Author FastPrep Recipes
Ingredients
4cupsMixed salad greensromaine, spinach, arugula, etc.
½Cucumbersliced thin
1cupCherry tomatoeshalved
½Red onionthinly sliced
¼cupCup shredded carrots
¼cupCroutons
¼cupGrated parmesan cheeseoptional
Dressing of your choicevinaigrette, ranch, or a simple olive oil and balsamic vinegar mix
Instructions
Prepare the Greens: Wash and dry your salad greens thoroughly. If using a mix, ensure all greens are fresh and crisp.
Chop the Vegetables: Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Add to the salad bowl.
Add the Crunch: Toss in shredded carrots, croutons, and parmesan cheese if desired.
Dress the Salad: Drizzle with your favorite dressing and toss gently to combine.
Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the salad to individual bowls and serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Notes
Make it ahead: You can chop the veggies ahead of time, but wait to add the dressing until you're ready to serve to avoid sogginess.
Customizable: Feel free to swap in different vegetables or add a protein like grilled chicken, tuna, or tofu.