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Green Salad

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30 min

Green Salad

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Time

30 min

Serving

8 persons

Calories

47

Rating

4.00★ (17)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Bailey
This green salad is good for a side dish or a meal on its own. I make it often for my family and they always enjoy it.

Ingredients

  • onion: 0.5 cup (chopped)
  • green bell pepper: 0.5 cup (chopped)
  • mixed salad greens: 2 packages (10 ounce packages)
  • chicken deli meat: 4 piece (chopped, thinly sliced)
  • tomato: 1 piece (chopped)
  • onion powder: 0.25 tsp
  • garlic powder: 3 dashes
  • salt and ground black pepper: 2 pinches (to taste)
  • balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing: 3 Tbsp

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Place onion and bell pepper in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave on high until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
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  2. Combine onion, bell pepper, salad greens, deli meat, and tomato in a large salad bowl. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; toss well to mix.
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  3. Pour on salad dressing; toss well and serve.
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History of the Green Salad: Green salads have been around for centuries and have been an essential part of any meal. Dating back to ancient Greece and Rome, lettuce and other greens were often served with meals as a way to cleanse the palate. Over the years, the simple green salad has become a versatile dish, with the addition of various ingredients, proteins, and dressings.

Tips and Tricks for Green Salad Recipe: To make the best green salad, you want to use fresh ingredients. When buying salad greens, look for bright, crisp leaves that are not wilted. You can also mix and match different types of greens, like spinach, kale, arugula, or romaine lettuce. Adding protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu is also a great way to make the dish more filling. When chopping vegetables, you want to have consistent sizes, so they can be mixed together seamlessly. And finally, when adding dressing, do so gradually, so you don't over-dress or under-dress the salad.

Tips for presenting the dish: A green salad is a beautiful and colorful dish that can be presented in various ways. One option is to place the mixed greens in the center of the plate, and then add the vegetables and protein on top. You can also arrange the ingredients in a bowl and let guests serve themselves. For a more sophisticated look, try layering the salad ingredients in a mason jar, starting with the dressing at the bottom, then adding the protein and vegetables, and finishing with the mixed greens on top. This can be a great option for a picnic or outdoor gathering.

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