This vibrant lemon and olive salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of crisp lettuce, juicy cucumber, tangy red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. The dressing is made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and it adds the perfect finishing touch to the salad.
The origins of this salad are unknown, but it's thought to have originated in the Mediterranean region. It's a simple dish to make, but it's packed with flavor and nutrients. The combination of fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese makes it a healthy and satisfying meal.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 head romaine lettuce
1 cucumber
1 red onion
1/2 cup kalamata olives
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Wash and chop the lettuce and cucumber.
Thinly slice the red onion.
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works
The combination of crisp lettuce, juicy cucumber, tangy red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese creates a salad that's both refreshing and flavorful.
The dressing is made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and it adds the perfect finishing touch to the salad.
This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
It's also a good source of protein and fiber.
This salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course.