Best Simple Side Salad (Print-Friendly Format)
Fresh greens, tomatoes, onions, and olives tossed with a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette. Pair with any main dish.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Salad
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140 g mixed leafy greens or Romaine lettuce
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1/2 cucumber, sliced and quartered (approximately 75 g)
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100–200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced and halved
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40–80 g kalamata olives or black olives, pitted
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30 g crumbled feta cheese (omit for dairy-free or vegan)
→ Balsamic Vinaigrette
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60 ml extra virgin olive oil
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22 ml balsamic vinegar
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15 g Dijon mustard
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Pinch of garlic powder, to taste
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Pinch of salt, to taste
# How to Make It:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and salt until fully emulsified.
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In a large serving bowl, place the mixed greens or Romaine lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives. Add feta if using.
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Drizzle the desired amount of balsamic vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly and serve immediately.
# Additional Information:
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For optimal freshness, add dressing just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
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Present on a flat platter for an attractive, evenly layered appearance.
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Leftover dressing can be refrigerated in a sealed container for several days.