Description
Hearty Almond Greek Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings together fresh vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted almonds. This delightful salad bursts with flavor and texture, making it perfect for picnics or as a light meal. With its zesty dressing and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash mixed greens and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- Dice cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes; slice red onion.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast sliced almonds until golden brown (3–5 minutes).
- In a bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine greens, veggies, feta cheese, and toasted almonds. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg