Green Salad is a fresh and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light meal, a side dish, or a base for adding your favorite proteins and toppings. This salad combines a variety of crisp greens and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing. Perfect for any season, a Green Salad offers a refreshing burst of flavors and textures, making it a healthy and delightful addition to any meal. Customize it with your favorite veggies, nuts, and cheeses to create a personalized and nutritious dish.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup radishes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and dry the mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
- Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, dice the avocado, and thinly slice the radishes. Add them to the bowl along with the shredded carrots.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta or goat cheese (if using) and toasted nuts over the top of the salad.
- Serve:
- Serve the green salad immediately as a refreshing and healthy dish.
Enjoy this versatile and delicious Green Salad as a perfect addition to any meal, offering a delightful combination of fresh, crisp vegetables and a tangy, flavorful dressing.
