Green Salad with Olive Oil Dressing

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Nhlamulo (@simplemadegourmet)

Just finished making this Green Salad for lunch because it is honestly too hot to cook and eat anything else. I made my salad using lettuce, baby spinach, plum tomatoes, avocado, and olives. I topped my salad with feta cheese, crushed toasted nuts, olive oil paste, and olive oil dressing....

Green Salad with Olive Oil Dressing recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
15min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)
  • lettuce
    lettuce
    1bundle
  • baby spinach
    baby spinach
    1bundle
  • plum tomatoes
    plum tomatoes
    4
  • avocado
    avocado
    1
  • olives
    olives
    10
  • feta cheese
    feta cheese
    1/2cup
  • crushed toasted nuts
    crushed toasted nuts
    1/4cup
  • olive oil paste
    olive oil paste
    2tbsp
  • olive oil dressing
    olive oil dressing
    3tbsp

How to make Green Salad with Olive Oil Dressing

Prepare the Salad

  1. Step 1

    Wash and dry the lettuce and baby spinach.

  2. Step 2

    Chop the plum tomatoes and avocado.

  3. Step 3

    Combine the lettuce, baby spinach, tomatoes, avocado, and olives in a large bowl.

Add Toppings and Dressing

  1. Step 1

    Top the salad with feta cheese and crushed toasted nuts.

  2. Step 2

    Drizzle olive oil paste and olive oil dressing over the salad.

  3. Step 3

    Toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

229.1kcal (11.45%)

Protein

7.9g (15.74%)

Carbs

9.5g (3.47%)

Sugars

3.7g (7.38%)

Healthy Fat

14.6g

Unhealthy Fat

4.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

  2. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to enhance the taste.

FAQS

  1. What type of lettuce is best for this salad?

    Any type of lettuce can be used, but a crisp variety like romaine works well.

  2. Can I use a different type of cheese?

    Yes, you can substitute feta with goat cheese or mozzarella.

  3. How can I make this salad vegan?

    Omit the feta cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.

  4. What nuts work best for this salad?

    Almonds, walnuts, or pecans are great options.

  5. Is there a substitute for olive oil paste?

    You can use a simple olive oil and balsamic vinegar mix as an alternative.

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