Follow these steps for perfect results
romaine lettuce hearts
chopped
green bell pepper
seeded, thinly sliced
red bell pepper
seeded, thinly sliced
cucumber
chopped
tomatoes
sliced
red onion
thinly sliced
feta cheese
crumbled
black olives
to garnish
olive oil
lemon juice
garlic
crushed
fresh parsley
chopped
fresh mint
chopped
salt
to taste
black pepper
freshly ground, to taste
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-size pieces.
Seed the green and red bell peppers, remove the cores, and cut the flesh into thin strips.
Chop the cucumber.
Slice or chop the tomatoes.
Cut the red onion in half, then slice thinly.
Place all chopped salad ingredients in a bowl.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad ingredients.
Lightly toss the ingredients together.
In a small bowl, blend together the olive oil, lemon juice, and crushed garlic.
Stir in the chopped parsley and mint.
Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad.
Toss lightly to coat all the ingredients.
Serve the salad garnished with black olives.
Expert advice for the best results
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
Marinate the feta cheese in olive oil and herbs for extra flavor.
Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving for a more refreshing taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be prepped ahead, but dress right before serving.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnish with extra feta and olives.
Serve as a side dish or light lunch.
Pair with grilled meats or seafood.
Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
Discover the story behind this recipe
Part of the Mediterranean diet, often enjoyed as a refreshing side dish.
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