Mediterranean Diet Fresh Green Salad with Mixed Vegetables

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean Diet Fresh Green Salad with Mixed Vegetables is the ultimate guilt-free dish that celebrates the essence of healthy eating. Featuring a colorful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, bell peppers, and tangy red onion, this refreshing salad is elevated with briny Kalamata olives and creamy crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of oregano, this quick and easy salad is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or light lunches. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this nutrient-rich salad is not only delicious but also aligned with heart-healthy eating principles. Whether served as a standalone meal or a vibrant side, this dish is sure to impress! Keywords: Mediterranean diet, fresh green salad, mixed vegetables, healthy salad recipe, quick salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the mixed salad greens. Tear any larger leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and then add to the salad.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper, slice it into thin strips, and add to the bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Add the pitted Kalamata olives to the salad mixture.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Mediterranean Green Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	999.7

Total Fat 89.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3993.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 20.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 637.4mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 1680.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.2%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 17.2%