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Garden Salad: A Fresh Summer Recipe

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This Garden Salad is a vibrant, fresh mix of summer vegetables and herbs tossed in a simple vinaigrette. It’s crisp, colorful, and ready in minutes—perfect as a side or light main dish on warm days.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, or butter lettuce)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, shredded or thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill), chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables and greens.
  2. Chop or slice the vegetables and herbs and place them in a large salad bowl.
  3. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
  5. Garnish with extra herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a salad spinner to keep greens extra crisp.
  • Store the dressing separately if making ahead to prevent sogginess.
  • Customize with seasonal vegetables or added protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Feta or parmesan cheese adds creaminess if desired.
  • Sunflower seeds or toasted nuts add a nice crunch.

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