Summer Salad with Homemade Salad Dressing
A refreshing and vibrant summer salad featuring mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a homemade dressing that adds a tangy twist.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or your favorite)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled Feel free to substitute with Halal-friendly cheese
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced (green or black)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel or salad spinner.
- Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion.
Dressing Preparation
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Gently toss them together.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese and olives over the top.
- Drizzle the homemade salad dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Notes
For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas. Make the dressing just before serving for the freshest taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing separate to maintain crispness.