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cold salad

Cold Salad: 5 Refreshing Ways to Beat the Summer Heat


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing cold salad perfect for summer days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the mixed greens.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. Add the feta cheese and olives to the bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add your favorite proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cold salad, summer salad, healthy salad