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Fresh Green Salad


  • Author: Ethan Brooks
  • Total Time: 48 minute
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Fresh, vibrant, and utterly delicious, this green salad is the perfect dish to brighten any meal. Packed with a colorful mix of mixed greens, crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, it’s topped with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing that ties it all together. Whether served as a refreshing side or a light lunch on its own, this salad is sure to impress. Quick to prepare and full of flavor, it elevates simple ingredients into a delightful culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for more.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
  2. Dice the cucumber into half-moon shapes and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  3. Soak thinly sliced red onion in cold water for a few minutes to mellow its flavor.
  4. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and drained red onion.
  5. Sprinkle feta over the top and drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently until well combined.
  7. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize your salad by adding nuts for crunch or seasonal fruits for sweetness. Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can enhance flavor even further.