Zara's Mediterranean Salad

Indulge in the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean with our healthy Mediterranean salad. This refreshing dish combines fresh spinach or mixed greens with a colourful array of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzled with a zesty dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and aromatic dried oregano, it's a symphony of taste and nutrition. Whether served as a side or paired with your favourite protein, this salad is a delightful journey through the sunny and wholesome flavours of the Mediterranean.

Method:

• In a large salad bowl, start by laying a bed of fresh spinach or mixed greens.
• Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion on top of the greens.
• Sprinkle Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad.
• In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings to your preference.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Start with a small amount and add more as needed, as personal preferences for dressing vary.
• Gently toss the salad to coat the ingredients with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix to keep the salad fresh and crisp.
• Serve your healthy Mediterranean salad immediately as a refreshing and nutritious side dish or add protein such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for a complete and satisfying meal.

Enjoy this delicious and wholesome Mediterranean salad, rich in flavors and loaded with nutrients. It's a perfect choice for a light and nutritious meal.

2 cups of fresh spinach or mixed greens

1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup of Kalamata olives, pitted

1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese

1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon of dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste