Ingredients
– 1 small head iceberg lettuce or other leafy greens, chopped into large bite-sized pieces (5 to 6 big handfuls)
– 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (approximately 125g or 4oz) or 2 tomatoes cut into wedges or chunks
– 1 medium cucumber, sliced (Lebanese/Persian cucumber or half of a long Telegraph/English cucumber)
– 1 carrot, peeled and grated
– 1 teaspoon parsley or chives, finely chopped (optional)
– 1 tablespoon cider vinegar or any vinegar or lemon juice
– 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or other neutral oil
– 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard or other smooth, non-spicy mustard
– 1/2 teaspoon cooking or kosher salt, or 1/4 teaspoon table salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1-First, combine all dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well to blend them smoothly.
2-Adjust the dressing to your taste by adding more oil for extra creaminess, more vinegar for a tangier kick, or a bit of sugar or honey if you want it sweeter just pick one sweetener to keep it simple.
3-Place all the salad ingredients in a large bowl, then pour the dressing over them and toss everything gently to coat.
4-Transfer your mixed salad to a serving bowl and serve it right away for the best crunch and freshness.
Last Step:
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🥄 Maintain the vinegar to oil ratio of 1:3 for a balanced dressing.
🌿 Customize the salad with your favorite greens and vegetables for variety.
🍯 Add a touch of honey or sugar to the dressing if you prefer a sweeter flavor.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup