Description
This Mediterranean Garden Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish made with crisp lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and savory black olives. Tossed in a homemade olive oil and herb dressing, this salad is a perfect side dish for grilled meats, seafood, or pasta. Light, healthy, and full of Mediterranean flavors, it’s a must-try for any salad lover!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups romaine or mixed lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a light meal.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted pine nuts or croutons.
- Substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or leave it out for a dairy-free version.
- Best served fresh, but you can store leftovers (without dressing) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
