Description
A refreshing Feta, Tomato & Olive Salad topped with crispy Garlicky Croutons, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of crusty bread (like French or Italian)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- For the croutons, cut the crusty bread into bite-sized cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, and salt. Pour this mixture over the bread cubes and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
- Once the croutons are done, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately, garnished with the garlicky croutons on top.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas to the salad.
- Substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or a dairy-free alternative for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg