Grinder Salad
Grinder Salad is a vibrant dish that transforms fresh ingredients into a colorful, flavor-packed experience. Bursting with crunchy vegetables like cucumbers and bell peppers, this salad is topped with tangy feta cheese and dressed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy weeknight dinners, it’s a versatile dish that can be customized to suit any palate. Enjoy it as a light meal or a side dish that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens using a salad spinner.
- Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, dice bell peppers, and slice red onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetables and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately on plates or in bowls, optionally garnishing with extra feta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups (220g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg