Description
Nothing says weeknight staple like a go-to salad. These simply dressed greens are loaded with sweet cherry tomatoes and crunchy sprouts.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more for serving
- 1 small head red or green butter lettuce, gently torn into bite-sized pieces (5.5 oz/4 cups packed)
- 1/2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced seedless cucumber (about 1/2 small)
- 1/2 cup broccoli sprouts (or alfalfa sprouts)
Instructions
- In the bottom of a large salad bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and sprouts, and toss to combine. Season to taste for additional salt, and then divide among bowls. Garnish with additional freshly cracked pepper if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Side Dishes
Keywords: house salad, balsamic vinegar, mustard, butter lettuce, tomato, cucumber