Description
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring fresh mixed greens, vibrant cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, and bell peppers, topped with tangy feta cheese and dressed in a simple, zesty balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish that comes together quickly with no cooking required.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumbers, chopped
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash thoroughly and chop the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
- Combine salad ingredients: Place all the chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of each ingredient.
- Add feta cheese: Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the mixed vegetables to add a creamy, tangy flavor contrast.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified and smooth.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad mixture and toss gently with salad tongs or large spoons to coat all the ingredients without bruising the greens.
- Serve: Transfer the dressed salad to serving plates or a salad bowl and enjoy immediately to maintain the crisp freshness of the vegetables.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider topping with toasted nuts or seeds such as almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar for best flavor in the dressing.
- This salad is best enjoyed immediately after dressing to keep the greens crisp.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or herbs such as fresh basil or parsley.
- If you prefer, substitute feta cheese with a vegan cheese alternative for a dairy-free version.
