Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafe MezzanotteSalads/appetizer Recipe

Salads/appetizer Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Mezzanotte
Time20m
Serves4

Make Salads/appetizer Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparing the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Wash and Prepare Greens

    Rinse the mixed greens under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner. Tear into bite-sized pieces if necessary.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into rounds, and thinly slice the red onion.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently.

  2. 4

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the feta cheese, olives, and sunflower seeds over the salad.

Making the Dressing

  1. 5

    Mix Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until combined.

Final Touch

  1. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss to combine and serve immediately.

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