Just a Salad

Simple, vibrant, and delightfully fresh, "Just a Salad" is a no-fuss recipe that celebrates the pure flavors of crisp, garden-fresh vegetables. Featuring crunchy romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, zesty red onion, and sweet ribbons of carrot, this quick-to-make dish is elevated with a tangy homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with color and nutrients, this versatile salad is perfect as a light side dish, a refreshing main course, or a vibrant addition to your picnic or potluck lineup. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, "Just a Salad" proves that simplicity is truly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water, pat it dry with a clean towel or salad spinner, and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into strips. Add it to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrot, or use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons. Add to the salad bowl for a pop of color and sweetness.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1125.1 grams (1125.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	589

Total Fat 43.70g	56%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1399mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 46.50g	17%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 21.90g
Protein 11.80g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 297mg	23%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 2044mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 29.7%