Recipe Notes:
For this recipe, we are going to practice our knife safety skills. Don’t forget to use “the claw” cutting method. Also note that on this recipe that there are steps you must take to prepare the vegetables before the “instructions” start. Our tip is to make a list of everything you have to do if you feel overwhelmed!
Ingredients for Salad
- 3-4 heads of Romaine Lettuce, washed and chopped into bite size pieces
- 2 containers of Grape Tomatoes, washed and halved
- 2 Cucumbers, washed and sliced in to 1/4 inch circles
- 2 Carrot, washed, peeled, and julienned
- 1 Red Onion, havled and THINLY sliced
- 3 c Cheddar Cheese, grated
- 3 c Croutons (any flavor)
Ingredients for Dressing
- 3 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 9 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 3/4 tsp Table Salt
- 1 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Wash and prep all vegetables
- Set up “salad bar,” placing all ingredients for salad in a row.
- Have each person make individual bowls of salad, selecting the vegetable toppings that each person likes or wants to try.
- Add 1/4 c of cheese and 1/4 c of croutons per serving as to leave enough cheese and croutons for everyone.
- Add 1 tbsp of the vinaigrette and mix.
- Enjoy!
Makes 12 small side salads