Mediterranean Salad

Servings: 1

Once I got over the fear of boring salads, I fell in love with them. Salads make quick and weeknight-friendly meals that the whole family can enjoy—and this recipe is no different. The lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers are elevated with earthy olives, savory feta, and citrusy lemon. Try crafting this dish with as many homegrown veggies as possible for the freshest flavor!

INGREDIENTS

1 cup chopped lettuce leaves
½ cup whole cherry tomatoes
1 medium cucumber, sliced
¼ cup pitted and sliced Kalamata olives
½ cup crumbled rennet-free feta cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta in a serving bowl, tossing to combine.
2. Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again to combine. Serve and enjoy!

NUTRITION • per one serving • 

Calories 350 —
Total Fat 24.3 g 37%
Saturated Fat 12.5 g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3 g —
Monounsaturated Fat 9.2 g —
Trans Fat 0 g —
Cholesterol 65 mg 22%
Sodium 3270 mg 142%
Total Carbohydrates 24 g 9%
Dietary Fiber 5 g 18%
Total Sugars 11 g —
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 348 mcg 23%
Vitamin C 22.9 mcg 38%
Vitamin D 3 mcg 15%
Potassium 538 mg 10%
Calcium 478 mg 35%
Iron 3.41 mg 20%

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Intermittent Fasting and the Mediterranean Diet Cookbook here