- Hearty Junk Yard Salad Loaded with Flavor
Ingredients:
- For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, and arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits (optional)
- For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, chickpeas, corn, red onion, bell peppers, and any optional ingredients (feta cheese and bacon bits).
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings
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