Description
Super Crunch Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish bursting with crisp lettuce, crunchy vegetables, and golden croutons, all drizzled with a creamy dressing. Perfect as a side or a light meal, this salad is easy to prepare and endlessly customizable to suit your tastes.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh lettuce leaves (romaine, iceberg, or mix), washed and dried
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup croutons, toasted
- 3 tablespoons creamy ranch dressing (or preferred dressing)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- Shredded carrots
- Radishes, thinly sliced
- Avocado chunks
- Feta or Parmesan cheese
- Sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers, halve tomatoes, thinly slice onion, and dice bell pepper.
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Assemble the Base: Place lettuce leaves in a large mixing bowl. Top with cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper.
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Add the Crunch: Sprinkle toasted croutons over the salad.
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Dress the Salad: Drizzle creamy dressing over the top. Toss gently or leave drizzled as preferred.
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Season and Serve: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes