Dive into the world of culinary simplicity with our Classic Garden Salad. This timeless recipe takes you on a journey of crisp textures and vibrant flavors, showcasing the best nature has to offer. Picture a bed of freshly chopped romaine lettuce adorned with the burst of red and yellow cherry tomatoes, the crunch of cucumbers, and the sweetness of baby carrots. Topped with finely chopped chives and parsley, this salad is not just a dish; it’s a celebration of garden-fresh goodness. Join us in crafting this classic masterpiece that promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your salad experience.

INGREDIENTS for our Classic Garden Salad:
- 1 romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup red cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 small cucumbers
- 1 cup of baby carrots, chopped
- 1 tsp chives, chopped
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:
- Combine all the chopped vegetables in a large bowl. Gently toss to mix them.
- Prepare the dressing: combine the cider vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, and lemon in a jar. Shake it well .
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss well.

DRESSING:
- 1 tbs cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 lemon

INSTRUCTIONS for salad dressing:
- Combine all the chopped vegetables in a large bowl. Gently toss to mix them.
- Prepare the dressing: combine the cider vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, and lemon in a jar. Shake it well .
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss well.

Mastering Garden Salads: Quick Tips for Perfection
- Dry your greens thoroughly. Wet greens will make your salad soggy.
- Consistent sized pieces ensure everyone gets a bite of everything.
- Dress just before serving to prevent wilting. Consider a light drizzle in the beginning, then adding more to taste.
- Let cold ingredients like cucumbers and tomatoes come to room temperature for a tastier experience.


CLASSIC GARDEN SALAD
Experience the crisp delight of our Classic Garden Salad, a perfect blend of romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, baby carrots, chives, and parsley
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 knife
- 1 Salad Bowl
- 1 Salad Tongs or Forks
Ingredients
- 1 romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup red cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup yellow cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 small cucumbers chopped
- 1 cup carrots chopped
- 1 tsp chives chopped
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
Instructions
- Combine all the chopped vegetables in a large bowl. Gently toss to mix them.
- Prepare the dressing: combine the cider vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, and lemon in a jar. Shake it well .
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss well.
Notes
- Dry your greens thoroughly. Wet greens will make your salad soggy.
- Consistent sized pieces ensure everyone gets a bite of everything.
- Dress just before serving to prevent wilting. Consider a light drizzle in the beginning, then adding more to taste.
- Let cold ingredients like cucumbers and tomatoes come to room temperature for a tastier experience.

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