Greens with Feta and Red Onions
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Greens with Feta and Red Onions! A medley of fresh mixed salad greens, creamy crumbled feta, and tangy red onion is elevated by a zesty homemade dressing that combines extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard. This quick and easy salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve it as a refreshing side dish, a light starter, or even a healthy main course. Packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures, this irresistible salad is guaranteed to become a go-to recipe for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, or a combination)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the greens.
Step 3
In a small jar or bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and cracked black pepper. Whisk or shake well until emulsified to make the dressing.
Step 4
Drizzle the dressing over the greens and onions. Toss gently to coat all the leaves evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Step 6
Serve immediately as a starter, side dish, or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (551.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1098.7 |
| Total Fat 94.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 200.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3886.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.6g | |
| Protein 38.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1257.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 881.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories