Greek Salad Bowl Mediterranean (Printable Version)

Fresh Mediterranean bowl with crisp vegetables, creamy feta, olives, and tangy vinaigrette ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
04 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Cheese & Olives

05 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

→ Greek Vinaigrette

07 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
02 - Sprinkle the feta cheese and Kalamata olives over the vegetables.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
04 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time.
  • Naturally Healthy: Packed with fresh vegetables and heart-healthy olive oil.
  • Versatile: Fits perfectly as a light main course or a flavorful side dish for various diets.
02 -
  • Use high-quality Kalamata olives for the most authentic briny flavor profile.
  • Keep the dressing separate if you are preparing the salad ahead of time to avoid wilting.
  • Double-check ingredient labels for allergens, particularly for the olives and mustard.
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