Classic Garden Salad with Shredded Cheese and Homemade Dressing

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Classic Garden Salad with Shredded Cheese and Homemade Dressing is a versatile dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber slices, sweet grated carrot, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this salad strikes the perfect balance between crunch and freshness. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of creamy shredded cheddar cheese and a tangy, homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for a delightful zing. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome, easy-to-make salad is ideal as a light main course or a refreshing side dish to complement your favorite meals. Perfect for meal preps, family dinners, or summer gatherings, this recipe combines simplicity with the satisfaction of homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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
• 0.5 Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop or tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it into half-moons, and add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl. You can reduce the onion's sharpness by soaking the slices in cold water for a few minutes, then draining before adding.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater and add it to the mix.

Step 6

Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the salad bowl.

Step 7

In a small mason jar or a bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper for the dressing.

Step 8

Shake or whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously until emulsified.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad right before serving. Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients and evenly coat with dressing.

Step 10

Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1304.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1186.7

Total Fat 94.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 121.1mg	0%
Sodium 2243.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1115.4mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 2104.6mg	0%

*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: 69.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 17.3%