Description
Experience the bright and refreshing flavors of a Traditional House Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables that serves as the perfect starter or a light meal. This classic salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also packed with essential nutrients and flavors, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual lunch, this versatile dish can be easily customized with your favorite toppings or proteins like grilled chicken. Enjoy the crispness of fresh greens and a simple homemade dressing that elevates the overall taste without fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 4 cups butter or gem lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- 4 small tomatoes (cut into wedges or diced)
- 1/2 seedless cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced rings)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
- Chop romaine and butter lettuces into bite-sized pieces.
- Shred the carrots and slice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuces and shredded carrots.
- Add sliced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion on top.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, white apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and sugar until blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or topped with grilled chicken for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg