Step 1

Add vegetables to a large serving bowl as you chop them into similar, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

TIP: any vegetables that need to be softened can be blanched while chopping the other vegetables: boil water, add the cut vegetable for 30 seconds, remove to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking, and drain before adding to the bowl of salad ingredients.

Step 3

Add any other ingredients you choose, beans, olives, cheese, etc.

Step 4

Combine all vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl or jar and mix well. Toss the vegetables with the vinaigrette and serve.