The Mediterranean salad is a timeless classic, originating from the sun-kissed regions of Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon. This refreshing dish combines the finest ingredients of the Mediterranean, including juicy tomatoes, crispy feta, and savoury olives.
This refreshing, packed vegetable salad is excellent as a vegetarian main dish which can be served as a side dish with chicken and is also an excellent option for a potluck.
This salad bursts with flavours of the Mediterranean. The fresh lemon juice and the Kalamata olives give the salad a bold flavour. The dressing is made with healthy virgin olive oil, fresh lemon for zest and tang, and a touch of salt and pepper which highlights the fresh flavours of the vegetables and adds a nice bit of Mediterranean flair.
To prepare this salad, you will need;
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens romaine lettuce, chopped or (arugula, spinach, lettuce)
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ red onion, chopped
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted & halved lengthwise
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey/erythritol /monk fruit
- 1 cup cooked & rinsed chickpeas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Combine greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, red onion, and red bell pepper in a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, dijon, lemon juice, sweetener, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to combine.
- Add feta and mix then serve!
Mediterranean Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups lettuce chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber chopped
- 1 cup grape tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion chopped
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup feta crumbled
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey sweetener
- 1 cup chickpeas cooked and rinsed
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, red onion, and red bell pepper in a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, dijon, lemon juice, sweetener, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to combine.
- Add feta and mix then serve!
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Variations and Tips
- Add grilled chicken or salmon for added protein
- Substitute goat cheese for feta
- Use different types of olives, such as green or black
