You are going to love this garden salad 🥗. If I'm being honest, I think about salads all the time. Garden salads are so refreshing, filling, and light. I love making a homemade ranch to pair with it. 😋
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Prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumber, tomato, and avocado. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the spring mix lettuce, diced cucumber, diced tomato, matchstick carrots, diced avocado, Monterey jack cheese, cubed ham, and croutons.
Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top for added flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
For extra freshness, use homemade ranch dressing.
Add more or less of each ingredient based on your personal preference.
Serve chilled for a refreshing experience.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can substitute Monterey Jack cheese with your favorite cheese, such as cheddar or feta.
Can I make this salad vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the cubed ham to make it vegetarian.
What other dressings pair well with this salad?
Apart from ranch dressing, Italian, balsamic vinaigrette, or honey mustard dressing work well.
Can I prepare this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time, but add the dressing and croutons just before serving to keep them fresh.
What is everything bagel seasoning?
Everything bagel seasoning is a blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt. It adds a savory crunch to dishes.
Hi, I’m Jordann! I’m a home cook and content creator passionate about making comforting, flavor-packed meals feel simple and doable. From slow-cooked favorites to indulgent baked goods, I love sharing recipes that bring people together and make everyday cooking feel special. You’ll usually find me in the kitchen testing, tweaking, and filming recipes that are as fun to make as they are to eat—because good food doesn’t have to be complicated to be incredible.
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