Great Green Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
• 2 cups fresh romaine lettuce, washed and dried
• 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, roasted
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (just mixing)

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Simple to moderate, mainly due to cutting and mixing)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine spinach and romaine lettuce.
2. Add cucumber and red bell pepper slices.
3. Crumble blue cheese and add to the bowl.
4. In a separate small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
6. Top with roasted sunflower seeds.
7. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Based on average values; actual nutritional content may vary)

• Calories: 250 kcal per serving (assuming about 1 cup of salad per person)
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 4g (approx.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and crunchy texture from the combination of lettuce, cucumber, and sunflower seeds.
• Creamy blue cheese adds a rich flavor to the crisp vegetables.
• The combination of lemon juice and balsamic vinegar creates a slightly tangy dressing that goes well with the raw vegetables.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The blue cheese and balsamic vinegar create a unique taste." - John Doe, New York, USA.
2. "This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's refreshing and filling at the same time." - Jane Smith, California, USA.
3. "The sunflower seeds add a nice crunch to this salad." - Michael Johnson, Texas, USA.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to wash all vegetables thoroughly to remove any impurities or pesticides.
• Adjust the amount of dressing according to your preference for a more or less wet salad.
• If you prefer a smoother salad texture, use a blender to mix the dressing before pouring it over the salad ingredients.