Fresh Salad (Printable)

Vibrant mix of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper and greens tossed in a lemon-Dijon vinaigrette.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 cucumber, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 3 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, romaine)

→ Optional Additions

06 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1 teaspoon honey
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Place the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and mixed salad greens into a large salad bowl.
02 - Add the crumbled feta cheese and sliced kalamata olives to the vegetables if desired.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently with salad servers or clean hands to ensure even coating.
05 - Serve immediately to preserve crispness and vibrant flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No fancy tricks—just honest, fresh flavors that make you feel like you&aposs eating sunshine.
  • You can swap or add whatever is in season, so it never gets boring at the table.
02 -
  • If you over-dress the greens, they wilt into a sad heap fast.
  • A pinch of salt over the tomatoes and cucumbers before tossing draws out more flavor than you might expect.
03 -
  • Chop vegetables to uniform size so every forkful feels harmonious.
  • If you must store leftovers, line the storage container with a dry paper towel to help absorb excess moisture.

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