Fresh Garden Salad with Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
2. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, and garlic.
4. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
6. Serve immediately as a side dish or add grilled chicken for a complete meal.