Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy
Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables that brings color and crunch to any meal. This delightful salad is perfect for busy weeknights, casual family dinners, or special occasions. With its homemade red wine vinaigrette, every bite bursts with flavor, making it a standout dish on your table. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, but this salad is also versatile enough to pair beautifully with grilled chicken, burgers, or as a light lunch option. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a personalized twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 head of romaine lettuce – 4-5 cups, 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
- Grated parmesan cheese – optional for topping
- 1/4 cup red wine 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 dressing by combining all vinaigrette ingredients in a mason jar. Shake well or whisk in a bowl until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, red onion, and croutons.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well coated. Top with grated parmesan cheese if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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