Nani's Favorite Everyday Garden Salad
This is a fresh and crisp salad that brings a bright crunch to any meal.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like a simple bowl of fresh greens to make dinner feel complete. This salad is a staple in my kitchen because it uses basic ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry and fridge.
My best tip for the perfect salad is to make sure your lettuce is completely dry after washing. If the leaves are wet, the dressing will slide right off and leave your salad tasting a bit watery.
🧺 Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry your greens thoroughly, then place them into a large serving bowl.
- 2
Add the sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl with the greens.
- 3
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing looks smooth and well combined.
- 4
Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables just before you are ready to serve.
- 5
Toss everything gently with salad tongs to coat the leaves evenly and serve immediately.
💡 Tips
Keep the dressing separate until the very last second to ensure your greens stay crunchy. If you have leftovers, store the undressed salad in the fridge in a container lined with a paper towel to absorb extra moisture.
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