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Mediterranean Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant Mediterranean Salad featuring crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, tangy pepperoncini, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and garlic herb croutons, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, this salad bursts with Mediterranean flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 large head Romaine lettuce or 2 medium heads, chopped (about 8 cups)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup sliced Persian cucumbers (or English cucumber)
  • 3/4 cup sliced pepperoncini, drained
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup garlic herb croutons
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse the Romaine lettuce thoroughly and chop into bite-sized pieces, approximately 8 cups. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the Persian cucumbers, drain and slice the pepperoncini, and thinly slice the red onion.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped Romaine, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, pepperoncini, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix the flavors evenly.
  3. Add Croutons: Just before serving, add the garlic herb croutons on top of the salad to maintain their crunchiness.
  4. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, take 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt and whisk it smoothly to prepare the creamy dressing. Optionally, season with freshly cracked black pepper as desired.
  5. Toss and Serve: Drizzle the Greek yogurt dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and bold Mediterranean flavors.

Notes

  • To make this salad vegan, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese and use dairy-free yogurt for the dressing.
  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of olive oil to the dressing.
  • Use fresh garlic herb croutons for added crunch and aroma.
  • Keep croutons separate until just before serving to avoid sogginess.
  • Store leftovers without croutons and dressing in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Keywords: Mediterranean salad, Greek salad, healthy salad, no-cook salad, feta cheese salad, summer salad

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