Name: Classic House Salad - Quick and Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-492359H35M11S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 head of romaine lettuce – 4-5 cups, chopped; 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup chopped cucumber; 1/2 cup shredded carrots, chopped or matchstick carrots; 1/3 cup diced or sliced red onion; 1 cup croutons; 1/4 cup red apple 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

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of our Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy, a delightful dish that brings together the freshest vegetables for a colorful and nutritious meal. This salad features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet shredded carrots, all delicately dressed in a homemade red apple vinegar vinaigrette. Perfect as a side or a light main course, it’s an ideal addition to family dinners, summer picnics, or meal prep for busy weekdays. With its quick preparation time of just 10 minutes, this refreshing salad is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures in every bite!

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, chopped or matchstick carrots
1/3 cup diced or sliced red onion
1 cup croutons
1/4 cup red apple 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

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Instructions

In a mason jar, combine 1/4 cup of red apple vinegar, 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce (4-5 cups), sliced cherry tomatoes (1 cup), chopped cucumber (1/2 cup), shredded carrots (1/2 cup), diced red onion (1/3 cup), and croutons (1 cup).
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 200g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg