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Mediterranean Salad Recipe

Mediterranean Salad

Emily Hartwell
This Fresh Mediterranean Garden Salad is light, colorful, and easy to make. It uses fresh vegetables, chickpeas, olives, and feta cheese, all mixed with a simple homemade dressing. This salad works well as a healthy lunch, a dinner side dish, or a quick meal on busy days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine European, Greek-Inspired, Healthy Cuisine, Mediterranean
Servings 4 People
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce or mixed greens chopped
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • ¾ cup canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese cubed or crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
  • For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 small garlic clove finely minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
    Wash all vegetables well. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Dice the cucumber, slice the onion thinly, and cut the tomatoes in half.
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  • Step 2: Build the Salad
    Add the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, onion, and olives to a large bowl. Gently mix to combine.
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  • Step 3: Add the Cheese
    Add the feta cheese on top. Handle gently so it keeps its shape.
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  • Step 4: Make the Dressing
    In a small bowl or jar, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until well blended.
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  • Step 5: Toss and Serve
    Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss lightly until everything is evenly coated. Serve fresh.

Notes

Helpful Tips
  • Slice onions thinly to keep the flavor mild
  • Add dressing slowly to avoid making the salad soggy
  • Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving for better flavor
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For best results, keep the dressing separate and mix before serving.
Keyword Healthy Mediterranean salad, Mediterranean garden salad, Mediterranean salad