Original Chopped Salad Recipe
Make Original Chopped Salad Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl with the chopped lettuce.
Chop the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber if desired, then chop it into small cubes and add it to the salad bowl.
Dice the Bell Pepper
Chop the bell pepper into small pieces and mix them into the salad.
Grate the Carrots
Grate or finely chop the carrots and add them to the salad for added sweetness and crunch.
Add Feta Cheese and Olives
Crumble the feta cheese and add it along with the olives to the salad bowl.
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
Combine and Toss
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well mixed.
Serve
Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant side dish or main course.