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Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad
Dive into a vibrant Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad that bursts with fresh flavors and colors. This refreshing dish combines crisp vegetables with creamy feta cheese, briny Kalamata olives, and aromatic fresh basil, all drizzled with a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for your next gathering, this salad is not only delicious but also a celebration of the Mediterranean diet, known for its health benefits and rich culinary history.
Ingredients
- Mixed salad greens
- 6 cups
- Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber
- 1, diced
- Red onion
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup, pitted and halved
- Feta cheese
- 1 cup, crumbled
- Fresh basil
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup
- Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons
- Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh basil.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create a tangy vinaigrette dressing.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Serve the feta cheese salad immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Tips
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Feel free to substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor.
- This salad can be prepared ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until you're ready to serve.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Calories: 250 Fat: 20g Carbs: 10g Protein: 6g Sodium: 500mg Sugar: 3g
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