Simple Salad Recipe
Make Simple 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 the Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Chop
Thoroughly wash the romaine lettuce under cold running water. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Cut Tomatoes
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
- 3
Prepare Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add the cucumber slices to the salad bowl.
Adding Toppings
- 4
Add Feta Cheese
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad base.
- 5
Incorporate Olives
Add the olives to the salad, distributing them evenly.
- 6
Slice Red Onion
Thinly slice the red onion, and sprinkle it over the salad as a finishing touch.
Making the Dressing
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Mix Well
Whisk the dressing until well combined, or shake in a jar until emulsified.
Serving the Salad
- 9
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to combine.
- 10
Enjoy!
Serve the salad immediately and enjoy your fresh, simple salad!