Fresh Garden Salad Bowl

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, arugula, spinach)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup walnuts or almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

For the Vinaigrette:

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1

Prepare the Vegetables

Wash and thoroughly dry all the salad greens using a salad spinner or clean towel. Chop, dice, and slice all vegetables as specified. Place them in a large salad bowl.

2

Toast the Nuts

In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the walnuts or almonds for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Let them cool before adding to the salad.

3

Make the Vinaigrette

In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk vigorously until well emulsified and creamy.

4

Assemble the Salad

Add all the prepared vegetables to the bowl with the greens. Sprinkle toasted nuts and crumbled feta cheese on top. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.

5

Toss and Serve

Gently toss the salad with clean hands or salad servers to evenly distribute the dressing. Serve immediately while the greens are still crisp and fresh. Enjoy your healthy, delicious salad!