Bursting with healthy fats, dark, leafy greens, protein-laden dairy, and heart-healthy seafood, this salad is a great choice for helping you look like a fighter. This is why Mediterranean cuisine is one of the healthiest. Serve this as an appetizer or a side or use it as a base to your favorite protein dish.
GREEK SALAD
WITH RED WINE DRESSING
Makes: 3 servings
Serving size: 2 cups
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: none
INGREDIENTS
1 head of romaine, chopped
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
6oz (170g) pitted black olives
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 large Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 medium cucumber, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
for the dressing
6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
juice of 1 lemon
freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
1 In a bowl, combine the romaine, onion, olives, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta.
2 In a separate bowl, make the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, vinegar, oregano, and lemon juice. Season with pepper.
3 Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss to coat, and serve immediately.
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NUTRITION FACTS
per serving
265
4g
14g
6g