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Colorful Garden Salad

A crisp and refreshing salad made with fresh vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine International
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Salad Spinner

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 4 cups mixed lettuce leaves washed and dried
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper sliced thin

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard optional

Instructions
 

  • Wash and prepare all vegetables. Pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, and bell peppers.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, and mustard until emulsified.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for a crisp, chilled salad.

Notes

Add your favorite toppings such as feta cheese, croutons, or seeds for extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3400IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword fresh vegetables, healthy, vegetarian
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