Description
This vibrant Mediterranean salad is a refreshing celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. With crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, every bite transports you to sunny shores. Perfect for any occasion—be it a summer barbecue or a cozy dinner—it’s easy to prepare and visually stunning. Enjoy it as a side dish or a satisfying main course that promises to please your palate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup English Cucumber, diced
- ½ cup Kalamata Olives, pitted
- ½ cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water and dry thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber.
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well-coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For variations, substitute feta with goat cheese or add grilled chicken for extra protein. - Fresh herbs like dill or mint can enhance the flavor profile.