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Mediterranean Mushroom and Feta Salad
Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this refreshing salad. It features an irresistible blend of earthy mixed mushrooms, vibrant baby spinach, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed together with juicy cherry tomatoes, sharp red onions, and aromatic fresh basil. It's all brought together with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, creating an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This salad is not only incredibly flavorful, but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect side dish or a light main meal.
Ingredients
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon or to taste
- Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste
- Balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup
- Fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup, loosely packed and torn
- Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup, halved
- Red onion
- 1/2, thinly sliced
- Feta cheese
- 1 cup, crumbled
- Baby spinach
- 4 cups, washed and dried
- Mixed mushrooms
- 2 cups, sliced and sautéed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the sautéed mixed mushrooms, baby spinach, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and torn fresh basil leaves.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the vinaigrette. Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the homemade balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
- Toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve this Mediterranean Mushroom and Feta Salad immediately for the best taste and enjoy!
Tips
- You can add some grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. For a vegan version, replace the feta cheese with tofu or vegan cheese. If you're not a fan of balsamic vinegar, a lemon vinaigrette would also work well with this salad.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 375 Fat: 28g Carbs: 20g Protein: 12g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 6g
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