Description
Experience a burst of freshness with this Hearty Salad, featuring a vibrant mix of crisp vegetables and creamy feta cheese. Perfect as a light lunch or a satisfying side dish, this salad combines textures and flavors that will delight your taste buds. Whip it up in under 30 minutes for a refreshing addition to any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion on top of the greens.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the vegetable mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately while fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize with seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas based on your preferences. Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch or fruits like apples for sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; add dressing just before eating to maintain freshness.