Description
Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables that adds a burst of color and nutrition to any meal. This delightful salad features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, crunchy carrots, and zesty red onion, all tossed together with a homemade red apple vinegar vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a complement to grilled meats, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile. It can be customized with your favorite toppings or seasonal produce, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy the quick preparation—ready in just 10 minutes—and relish the healthy goodness in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of romaine lettuce, 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 (gluten-free recommended)
- 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 vigorously until well mixed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce with sliced cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, shredded carrots, and diced red onion.
- Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Optionally top with grated cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg