Fresh Crunchy Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Fresh Crunchy Salad, a true celebration of crisp textures and refreshing flavors! Featuring a medley of garden-fresh ingredients like romaine lettuce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and vibrant radishes, this salad is perfectly balanced with the creamy tang of crumbled feta cheese. A zesty homemade dressing, combining extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, elevates every bite with a delightful balance of sweet and tangy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables, this versatile salad makes an ideal side dish or light main for any occasion. Perfect for summer gatherings, weeknight dinners, or health-conscious meal prep, this beautifully crunchy dish will quickly become a crowd favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 large Cucumber
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 6 pieces Radishes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference, and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad.

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and toss them into the mix.

Step 6

Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchsticks, adding it to the bowl.

Step 7

Trim the ends of the radishes, slice them thinly, and add them to the salad.

Step 8

Slice the red onion into thin strips and scatter over the vegetables.

Step 9

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 10

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, crunchy flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1702.1 grams (1702.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956

Total Fat 65.50g	84%
Saturated Fat 19.40g	97%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 3259mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 75.20g	27%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 36.40g
Protein 29.70g	59%

Vitamin D 16IU	80%
Calcium 859mg	66%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 2961mg	63%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 29.8%