DELICIOUSLY SIMPLE SALAD

bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange), thinly sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• Optional add-ins:

• Feta cheese or mozzarella pearls

• Sliced black or green olives

• A handful of chickpeas or white beans

• Croutons or toasted nuts for crunch

FOR THE DRESSING:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or white wine vinegar)

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1 garlic clove, finely grated or minced

INSTRUCTIONS: