Teresa's Recipes
Mediterranean Tahini Salad
Experience the refreshing burst of Mediterranean flavors with this vibrant tahini salad. Packed with fresh, crisp vegetables and complemented by tangy feta cheese and kalamata olives, this salad is drizzled with a creamy, homemade tahini dressing that ties all the flavors together. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish to your main course, transporting you to a sunny Greek island with every bite. The recipe has origins in Greek cuisine where fresh, raw ingredients are celebrated, and simple flavors are allowed to shine.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 1, medium, diced Cucumber
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1/2, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/2 cup, pitted Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup, crumbled Feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 4g
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, pitted kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- To prepare the dressing, in a separate small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the homemade tahini dressing over the salad.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the salad immediately for the best taste and texture. Enjoy this refreshing salad on its own or alongside your favorite main dish.
Tips
- For an added crunch, you can include some toasted pine nuts or almonds.
- If you prefer a sweeter dressing, consider adding a teaspoon of honey to the tahini dressing.
- This salad is best served immediately. However, you can prepare the dressing in advance and store it in the refrigerator.