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House Salad

House Salad
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A vibrant, fresh, and versatile House Salad combining crisp mixed greens, colorful vegetables, creamy avocado, salty feta cheese, and toasted nuts, tossed with a light and zesty vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or healthy snack with endless customization options.

Ingredients

Greens

  • Mixed greens (romaine, baby spinach, arugula) – 4 cups

Vegetables

  • Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup, halved
  • Cucumber slices – 1 cup, thinly sliced
  • Red onion – 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
  • Carrot ribbons – 1/2 cup

Rich Components

  • Avocado – 1 medium, cubed
  • Feta cheese – 1/3 cup, crumbled
  • Toasted nuts (walnuts or almonds) – 1/4 cup, chopped

Simple Vinaigrette

  • Olive oil – 3 tbsp
  • Balsamic vinegar – 1 tbsp
  • Honey – 1 tsp
  • Mustard (Dijon) – 1 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the greens: Start by thoroughly washing and drying your mixed greens. Use a salad spinner if you have one, because dry greens help the dressing stick better and prevent sogginess.
  2. Chop and slice the vegetables: Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice cucumbers thin, peel carrots into ribbons, and finely slice red onions. Keep the pieces bite-sized but varied for textural interest.
  3. Assemble and layer: In a large bowl, gently toss the greens with some of the vinaigrette to coat evenly. Then layer the other fresh veggies on top to showcase their vibrant colors.
  4. Add rich components: Cube avocado and crumble feta cheese over the salad. Sprinkle toasted nuts last to ensure they remain crunchy, and drizzle the remaining vinaigrette as desired.
  5. Toss and serve immediately: Give the salad a final gentle toss to combine flavors without bruising the delicate ingredients, then serve fresh for the best experience.

Notes

  • Use fresh, seasonal produce for best flavor and nutrient content.
  • Slice vegetables uniformly for balanced flavors and textures in every bite.
  • Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.
  • Lightly toast nuts to unlock their aroma and add crunch without bitterness.
  • Balance the salad with sweet, salty, creamy, and acidic elements to excite the palate.

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Keywords: House Salad, mixed greens salad, healthy salad, easy salad, fresh salad, vegetarian salad, gluten free salad

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