Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove
peeled and minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 heads Romaine hearts
rinsed, dried and chopped into fine pieces, or 7 ounce clamshell package
- 1/2 of an English cucumber
quartered and sliced fine
- 1/2 pint grape tomatoes
whole or halved
- 1 cup kalamata olives
finely chopped
- 1 cup green bell pepper
diced fine
- 1 cup red onion
diced fine
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
original
Directions
- 1
In a large salad bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
- 2
Right over the top of the dressing, add in the lettuce, olives, onion, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, and half the feta cheese. Toss to combine all the ingredients, making sure to really get the dressing mixed in entirely.
- 3
Add the remaining half of feta cheese over the top.
- 4
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, fresh salad that's bursting with Mediterranean flavors and comes together in a flash? This Mediterranean Chopped Salad is your answer, delivering an authentic taste experience with unparalleled convenience.
This recipe shines because it's designed for ease without sacrificing flavor. You'll love how the entire salad, including its zesty homemade Greek Vinaigrette, comes together in one single bowl, making cleanup a breeze. The secret to its refreshing appeal lies in chopping every ingredient into fine, uniform pieces, ensuring a perfect bite every time where all flavors mingle beautifully.
Expect a symphony of textures and tastes: crisp Romaine hearts provide a fresh base, complemented by the cool crunch of cucumber and sweet burst of grape tomatoes. The sharp brine of kalamata olives and tangy feta cheese are balanced by the mild sweetness of bell pepper and a subtle bite from red onion. It all comes together with a bright, herbaceous Greek Vinaigrette, featuring olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fragrant oregano, making each forkful incredibly satisfying and remarkably refreshing. This salad is surprisingly substantial while remaining light and invigorating, perfect for a quick, wholesome meal.
While delicious as is, feel free to make this Mediterranean Chopped Salad your own. Swap green bell pepper for red or yellow for a different splash of color and sweetness. If you're not a fan of kalamata olives, green olives can be used, though the flavor profile will shift slightly. You could also experiment with adding a pinch of dried mint to the vinaigrette for an extra layer of herbal freshness.
Serve this versatile salad as a vibrant main course for a light lunch or dinner, or as a bright, flavorful side dish to grilled chicken or fish. Its bold flavors make it an excellent choice for any casual gathering or a simple weeknight meal.