Mediterranean Green Salad Bowl (Print Version)

Crisp spring greens with fresh vegetables, briny olives, and feta in zesty Greek dressing

# Components:

→ Salad

01 - 5 cups spring mix (baby lettuces, arugula, spinach)
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
04 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

→ Greek Dressing

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

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the Greek dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
04 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in the time it takes to set the table, no stove required.
  • Every ingredient stays crisp and bright, nothing gets soggy or dull.
  • The dressing clings just right without drowning the greens, and you can make extra to keep in the fridge all week.
02 -
  • Never dress the salad until the moment you serve it, or the greens will wilt and lose their snap.
  • Taste the dressing before pouring it over, you might want more vinegar or a pinch of salt depending on your olives and feta.
  • If you have leftovers, store the greens and dressing separately and toss them fresh the next day.
03 -
  • Use a salad spinner to dry your greens completely, even a little water left on the leaves will dilute the dressing and make everything soggy.
  • If your red onion tastes too sharp, soak the slices in ice water for five minutes, then drain and pat dry before adding.
  • Invest in a good quality olive oil for the dressing, since it is the star ingredient, you will taste the difference immediately.
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