Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy, the perfect addition to any meal. This refreshing salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and colorful shredded carrots, all tossed in a zesty red apple vinegar vinaigrette. In just 10 minutes, you can create a salad that serves as a delightful side dish or a satisfying main course. It’s not only quick to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings like nuts or seeds for an extra crunch. Enjoy this wholesome salad at picnics, family dinners, or quick lunches for a burst of freshness and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 carrots, or matchstick carrots
- 1/3 cup diced or sliced red onion
- 1 cup croutons – gluten-free
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by combining red apple vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Shake well until emulsified.
- In a large bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, sliced cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, shredded carrots, diced red onion, and croutons.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg