Prepare to be dazzled by the most stunning salad you'll ever encounter! The San Joaquin Glamour Salad isn't just a dish—it's a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients, colors, and flavors that will elevate your meal from ordinary to extraordinary. With its crisp mixed greens, perfectly diced vegetables, and a tantalizing homemade dressing, this salad promises to be the star of your dining table, turning heads and delighting taste buds in one elegant swoop.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Using a sharp chef's knife, carefully dice the cucumber into small, uniform cubes approximately 1/4 inch in size.
- Slice the bell pepper into similar-sized small diced pieces, ensuring consistent cutting technique.
- Thinly slice the red onion into delicate, translucent half-rings for a mild and elegant flavor profile.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes lengthwise, maintaining their natural shape and vibrant color.
- In a large mixing bowl, spread the mixed greens as a fresh, crisp base for the salad.
- Artfully arrange the diced cucumber, bell pepper, sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes over the greens.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar to create a light, tangy dressing.
- Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad just before serving to maintain the greens' crispness.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are lightly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and optimal texture of the San Joaquin Glamour Salad.
Tips
- Always use the freshest produce available—the quality of ingredients makes a massive difference in this simple yet sophisticated salad.
- Invest time in precise cutting techniques: uniform vegetable sizes ensure every bite is balanced and visually appealing.
- Prepare the dressing separately and add it just before serving to maintain the salad's crispness and prevent soggy greens.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider toasting some pine nuts or adding crumbled feta cheese as an optional garnish.
- Chill your serving plates beforehand to keep the salad crisp and refreshing, especially on warm days.
- Use a sharp chef's knife for clean, precise cuts that enhance the salad's visual presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
