Crunchy Salad

Name: Crunchy Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients: 2 carrots (peeled and julienned); 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced); 1 cucumber (thinly sliced); 1 cup radishes (thinly sliced); 4 cups mixed greens (washed and dried); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; to taste salt and pepper

45 min 4 servings Easy

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Crunchy Salad

A refreshing and crisp salad that combines a variety of fresh vegetables with a tangy dressing for a delightful crunch in every bite.

Prep

15 min

Total

45 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Crunchy Salad is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, offering a refreshing and crisp experience in every bite. It's the perfect dish to revitalize your palate, whether served as a side or a light meal on its own. The secret to a great crunchy salad lies in the variety of textures and flavours. By combining different vegetables and a zesty dressing, you can create a salad that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

Servings

Salad Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare vegetables

Peel and julienne the carrots. Thinly slice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and radishes.

Pro tip: Use a mandoline for even slices.

Combine vegetables

In a large bowl, combine julienned carrots, sliced bell pepper, cucumber, radishes, and mixed greens.

Pro tip: Ensure all greens are thoroughly dried.

Make dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

Pro tip: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Dress the salad

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Pro tip: Toss just before serving to maintain crispness.

Chill the salad

Cover and refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavour and crunch.

Pro tip: Chilling helps the flavours meld together.

Serve

Serve the salad chilled, either as a side dish or a light meal.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Choose fresh, firm vegetables for the best crunch.</li><li>Chill the salad in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for extra crispness.</li><li>Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thin slices.</li><li>Toss the salad just before serving to keep it crisp.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

This crunchy salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or fish, making it an ideal accompaniment for barbecues or family dinners. For a make-ahead option, prepare the vegetables and dressing separately and combine them just before serving to maintain maximum crunch. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. However, note that the salad may lose some of its crunchiness over time.