Teresa's Recipes
Kiwi and Feta Cheese Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
This tantalizing Kiwi and Feta Cheese Salad is a symphony of flavors and textures in each mouthful. Juicy, sweet kiwi slices intermingle with crumbly, tangy feta cheese, crisp mixed greens, and crunchy walnuts. A drizzle of homemade balsamic vinaigrette adds just the right amount of zesty kick. This salad is not only a feast for the taste buds, but also a nod to the Greek's love for feta cheese in their salads, adding a bit of Mediterranean flair to your dining table.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 2, peeled and sliced Kiwi
- 1/2 cup, crumbled Feta cheese
- 1/4, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/4 cup, chopped Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon, or to taste Black pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 12g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 7g
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, kiwi slices, crumbled feta cheese, thin slices of red onion, and chopped walnuts.
- To prepare the dressing, in a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the homemade balsamic vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the Kiwi and Feta Cheese Salad immediately to retain the crispness of the greens and the freshness of the kiwi. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a light lunch or as a side dish with your favorite main.
Tips
- For a variation, you can add slices of grilled chicken to make it a complete meal. If walnuts are not available, pecans or almonds can be used. Always remember to add the dressing just before serving to keep the salad fresh and crisp.