Description
Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy is the perfect refreshing dish to brighten any meal! This vibrant salad features a colorful array of fresh vegetables, topped with a zesty red apple vinegar vinaigrette that brings everything together in a delightful way. Whether served as a side or main course, it’s versatile enough to pair with various cuisines, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, lunch, or light dinners. Plus, it can be prepared in just 10 minutes, ensuring you have more time to enjoy your culinary creations. Add your favorite proteins or toppings to customize this dish to your taste!
Ingredients
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots or matchstick carrots
- 1/3 cup diced or sliced red onion
- 1 cup croutons (gluten-free if desired)
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by combining red apple vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Shake until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, diced red onion, and croutons.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well mixed. Garnish with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or radishes for extra flavor. For added protein, top with grilled chicken or turkey slices. Store salad ingredients separately from the dressing for optimal freshness if preparing in advance.