Mediterranean Green Salad Bowl (Printable)

Crisp greens, juicy vegetables, olives, and feta with zesty Greek dressing come together in this refreshing Mediterranean bowl.

# What You Need:

→ 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 oz feta cheese, crumbled

→ Greek Dressing

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

# How-To Steps:

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 Suggestions:

01 -
  • Fast and Fresh: Ready in just 15 minutes with absolutely no cooking required.
  • Diet-Friendly: Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it perfect for various dietary needs.
  • Authentic Flavor: The combination of oregano, garlic, and red wine vinegar delivers a classic Greek taste profile.
02 -
  • Vegetable Prep: Slice the red onions as thinly as possible to provide a subtle bite without overpowering the other flavors.
  • Emulsification: Use a small jar to shake the dressing ingredients together; it is the most efficient way to ensure the mustard and oil blend perfectly.
  • Feta Choice: Use block feta stored in brine and crumble it yourself for the best texture and creaminess.
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