Refreshing Summer Garden Salad
A vibrant salad bursting with seasonal produce, featuring tender greens, crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens Use a mix of arugula, spinach, or lettuce.
- 1 whole cucumber Sliced.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 0.5 whole red onion Thinly sliced.
- 0.5 cup shredded carrots For added crunch.
- 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese Adds creaminess.
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds For texture.
Dressing
- 0.25 cup olive oil Extra virgin recommended.
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Adds flavor balance.
- to taste salt Season to preference.
- to taste pepper Season to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens as the base.
- Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl.
- Follow with the halved cherry tomatoes.
- Add the thinly sliced red onion.
- Gently fold in the shredded carrots.
Topping and Dressing
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sunflower seeds over the salad.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Ensure greens are fresh for maximum crunch. Avoid over-dressing to maintain flavor balance. For presentation, layer ingredients rather than mixing.