Making a delicious and healthy vegetable salad is simple and versatile.

Ingredients

You can customize your salad with any combination of the following ingredients, depending on your taste and what you have on hand:

Base Greens:

• Lettuce (Romaine, iceberg, butterhead, etc.)
• Spinach
• Kale
• Arugula
• Mixed greens

Vegetables:

• Tomatoes (cherry, grape, or diced large tomatoes)
• Cucumbers (sliced or diced)
• Bell peppers (red, yellow, green, orange; sliced or diced)
• Carrots (shredded or thinly sliced)
• Red onion (thinly sliced)
• Radishes (thinly sliced)
• Avocado (diced)
• Zucchini or yellow squash (thinly sliced)
• Mushrooms (sliced)

Additional Toppings:

• Corn (fresh, grilled, or canned)
• Peas
• Olives (black or green, sliced)
• Chickpeas or beans (black beans, kidney beans, etc.)
• Crumbled feta, goat cheese, or shredded cheese
• Nuts or seeds (almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds)
• Dried fruits (cranberries, raisins)

Dressing:

• Olive oil
• Lemon juice or vinegar (balsamic, apple cider, red wine, etc.)
• Salt and pepper
• Herbs and spices (basil, oregano, parsley, dill, etc.)
• Optional: mustard, honey, garlic, yogurt for creamy dressings

Instructions
Prepare the Greens:

• Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
• Tear or chop the greens into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Tips for a Great Veg Salad

• Use a variety of colors and textures to make the salad visually appealing and interesting to eat.
• Taste and adjust the dressing as needed, balancing acidity and seasoning.
• Keep the salad cold until serving time to maintain freshness.

Enjoy your fresh, homemade vegetable salad!