Spartan Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Feta and Olives
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Salad Base
- 1
Chop the Romaine Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water, dry it thoroughly, and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Prepare the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds with a spoon, and cut it into half-moon slices. Add to the salad bowl.
- 3
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.
- 4
Slice the Red Onion
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Add to the salad bowl and toss gently to combine.
Adding Feta and Olives
- 5
Add Feta Cheese
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad. Ensure even distribution for flavor.
- 6
Incorporate Kalamata Olives
Pit and slice the Kalamata olives if not pre-sliced, then sprinkle them over the salad.
Preparing the Dressing
- 7
Mix the Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 8
Combine Everything
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light meal.