Ingredients
– 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumbers, diced
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, or orange for added color)
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup carrots, shredded
– ½ cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans, chopped)
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– 1 cup fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, or apples, sliced)
– Dressing of choice (balsamic vinaigrette, ranch, or honey mustard)
Instructions
Creating your Family Favorite Salad is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for the best results:
1. Prepare the Greens: Start by rinsing the mixed greens under cold water. Spin them dry or gently pat them with a paper towel.
2. Chop Vegetables: Dice the cucumbers, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion and shred the carrots.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, place the mixed greens as the base. Add in the chopped cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and sliced red onion.
4. Add Fruits and Nuts: Gently fold in your choice of fresh fruit and nuts into the salad mixture for added texture and sweetness.
5. Incorporate Cheese: If desired, sprinkle the feta cheese across the top of the salad to give it a creamy bite.
6. Drizzle with Dressing: Choose your favorite salad dressing and drizzle it over the top of the salad. Keep in mind that you can always serve the dressing on the side if some prefer less.
7. Toss Gently: Using salad tongs, gently toss the salad together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
8. Taste and Adjust: Give the salad a taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or even extra dressing to suit your preferences.
9. Serve Immediately: The salad is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store any leftovers in the refrigerator for later.
These steps will guide you through preparing a mouth-watering Family Favorite Salad that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 7g