This Chopped Mediterranean Salad features crisp romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and other fresh veggies dressed in a simple white wine vinaigrette and topped with feta cheese, pepperoncinis, and Kalamata olives for a delicious and satisfying salad.
Prep: In a large salad bowl, add these ingredients in this order: washed and dried romaine lettuce, chopped into 1" pieces, quartered or halved tomatoes, sliced red peppers and sliced onion.
Whisk: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, fresh parsley and salt.
Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are coated well.
Top: Top with crumbled feta, pepperoncinis, and olives. Serve immediately.
Notes
Storage: This chopped salad is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. For longer storage, keep it without the dressing for up to 3 days.Tips:
Dry romaine lettuce - Thoroughly rinse it and dry it with a salad spinner or paper towel. Wet lettuce leaves can dilute the dressing and make the salad soggy.
Cut the veggies uniformly - Ensure each bite has a good mix of flavors and textures, and aim for pieces roughly the same size. A salad chopper is a big help and makes the chopping go quickly.
Make ahead tip - You can prep all veggies, except for tomatoes, and keep them stored in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make the dressing up to a week in advance.
Minimize clean-up - Whisk the dressing directly in the bottom of the large salad bowl instead of in a separate bowl. Then add all the ingredients. Toss and top with the feta, olives, and peppers.
Meal prep suggestion - Pack these up in quart-size wide-mouth mason jars in reverse order. Pour a few tablespoons of the dressing on the bottom, then add toppings and crunchy veggies, followed by romaine lettuce. Then when ready to eat, invert the jar onto a bowl or plate and dig in!
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