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Garden Salad: A Fresh Summer Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this refreshing garden salad. Crisp leafy greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onions are tossed in a tangy dressing for a perfect side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

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SALAD:

  • 1 bag of leafy greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

DRESSING:

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salad: Combine leafy greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Feel free to add additional toppings like crumbled feta cheese, sliced almonds, or grilled chicken for extra flavor and protein.
  • This salad is best served fresh, so dress it right before serving to prevent wilting.

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Keywords: summer salad, fresh recipe, garden salad, light meal, side dish