Side Salad Recipe
Make Side Salad 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 Salad Ingredients
- 1
Wash Salad Greens
Rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water to remove any dirt or residue. Spin dry in a salad spinner or pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Thinly slice the red onion.
Assembling the Salad
- 3
Combine Salad Base
In a large salad bowl, combine the washed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- 4
Add Toppings
Sprinkle feta cheese, olives, and sunflower seeds over the salad mixture.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Finishing the Salad
- 6
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- 7
Serve
Serve the salad immediately as a side dish, garnishing with additional feta or seeds if desired.
