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
- 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
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Dice the cucumber into half-moon shapes and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Soak thinly sliced red onion in cold water for a few minutes to mellow its flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and drained red onion.
- Sprinkle feta over the top and drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently until well combined.
- 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.
