A Refreshing Delight for Any Occasion!
When it comes to brightening up your dinner table or adding some zing to your lunch box, nothing quite compares to the Addictive Zesty Salad! This vibrant salad is loaded with fresh vegetables, vibrant herbs, and a tangy dressing that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more. Imagine biting into a crunchy cucumber or a juicy tomato, all while being enveloped in zesty flavors that dance on your palate — does it get any better than that? Interestingly, this salad isn’t just a feast for the eyes; it’s a crowd-pleaser that even the pickiest eaters rave about!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of mixed greens spinach and arugula work well
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper any color, diced
- ¼ cup of fresh parsley chopped
- ½ cup of feta cheese crumbled (optional)
- ¼ cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by washing all your vegetables thoroughly. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the onion, and chop the bell pepper.
- Mix the Greens: In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed greens as the base.
- Add the Veggies: Toss in the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped parsley. Give it a gentle toss to mix everything together.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Top with Feta: If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy your Addictive Zesty Salad right away or chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld even more!