Mediterranean Salad with a Creamy Feta Dressing
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Mediterranean Salad featuring a Creamy Feta Dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad is a delightful mix of crunchy vegetables, creamy cheese, and zesty dressing that will please even the pickiest eaters. The easy-to-prepare dressing ties together wholesome ingredients like marinated artichokes, fresh mozzarella, and savory olives, creating a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Make it ahead for meal prep or serve it fresh at any occasion—either way, it’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 c. organic baby spinach
- 2 c. organic mixed leafy greens (including kale & chard)
- 1/2 c. quartered marinated artichoke hearts
- 4 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese marinated with extra virgin olive oil & fresh basil
- 4 oz. olives jubilee (including Calamata, Nicoise, Picholine, & Amfissa)
- 1 c. organic grape tomatoes
- 1/2 c. pepperocini
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 c. water
- 1/3 c. yellow onion
- 1–3 garlic cloves (to taste)
- 1/4 c. feta cheese
- 4 tbsp. canola oil
- 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, layer the spinach, mixed greens, artichokes, mozzarella, olives, tomatoes, pepperoncini, and red onion.
- For the dressing, blend water, yellow onion, garlic cloves, feta cheese, canola oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg