Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsThe MonarchAppetizer Option 1 Recipe

Appetizer Option 1 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time20m
Serves4

Make Appetizer Option 1 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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Vegetables

Herbs and Spices

Cheese

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Rinse the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber into small cubes, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 3

    Mix the Vegetables and Feta

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red bell pepper, and crumbled feta cheese.

  2. 4

    Prepare the Dressing

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

  3. 5

    Toss the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the vegetable and feta mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated with the dressing.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve Chilled

    Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls. Garnish with fresh basil leaves on top and serve chilled.

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