Zesty Fresh Italian Chopped Salad for Light Dinners & Lunches
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Enjoy a zesty chopped salad, perfect for light dinners & lunches. Experience fresh Italian flavors in a healthy meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes
1 medium cucumber, diced
1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion
1 cup of diced mixed bell peppers
1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons of olive oil
2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion and bell peppers ensuring uniform sizes for presentation.
Step 2: Finely chop the fresh parsley (or basil) to enhance the salad’s flavor profile.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine all the prepped vegetables: cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and mixed bell peppers. Gently toss them to distribute evenly.
Step 4: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar, adding a touch of salt and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Step 5: Serve your Fresh Italian Chopped Salad immediately or in individual bowls garnished with additional parsley or feta cheese.
Notes
A vibrant and nutritious Fresh Italian Chopped Salad perfect for light dinners and lunches.
