Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy
Classic House Salad – Quick and Easy is an ideal choice for a refreshing side or a light main dish. This vibrant salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and shredded carrots, all tossed in a homemade red wine vinaigrette. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or attending a potluck, this salad’s delightful flavors will impress guests of all ages. With minimal prep time, it’s perfect for quick meals any day of the week. Enjoy it fresh, or customize with your favorite proteins or seasonal veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
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 or matchstick carrots
- 1/3 cup diced or sliced red onion
- 1 cup croutons (gluten-free if desired)
- 1/4 cup red wine 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: In a mason jar or mixing bowl, combine red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until well emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, diced red onion, and croutons.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg