How to Make An American Salad

mixed greens

🥗Healthier: spinach or kale

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach and kale are more nutritious, while cabbage is often less expensive.

salad dressing

🥗Healthier: vinaigrette

💰Cheaper: homemade dressing

Vinaigrette is typically lower in calories, and homemade dressing can be more cost-effective.

Harvest lettuce from the garden, removing wilted leaves.

Pick a variety of radishes from the garden.

Wash the harvested greens and radishes.

Tear lettuce into bite-sized pieces and chop radishes into smaller pieces.

Prepare a vinaigrette by whisking together 1 tablespoon of garlic, white balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.

Plate the salad and garnish with edible flowers.

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