Description
The Classic House Salad is a simple, quick, and versatile side salad made with fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and a light vinaigrette—perfect for pairing with any meal.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, iceberg, spinach, or a blend)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup croutons
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Top with croutons and serve immediately.
Notes
- Optional add-ins: shredded cheese, olives, or sliced avocado.
- Serve with your favorite protein to make it a main course.
- Dressing can be swapped for ranch, Italian, or balsamic vinaigrette.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg