Salad "spring" with feta

Recipe for Salad "Spring" with Feta

Salad "Spring" with feta is a dish that is perfect for spring and summer days. Fresh vegetables and aromatic feta cheese create a wonderful combination of flavors and textures. This salad is full of vitamins and nutrients.

Ingredients

• 1 head of iceberg lettuce or romaine
• 1 cucumber
• 2 tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/2 red onion
• 150 g of feta (Greek cheese)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

Preparation

1. Cut the lettuce into strips and place it on a large plate or in a deep bowl.
2. Chop the cucumber, tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces and add to the salad.
3. Cut the feta into small cubes and evenly distribute it over the salad.
4. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to ensure they are well coated.
6. Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, if desired.
7. Serve the "Spring" salad with feta immediately to enjoy its freshness and flavor.

Tips

• Use fresh and ripe tomatoes for the best taste.
• Choose Greek feta cheese for a richer flavor.
• Add olives or nuts for a more interesting texture and aroma.
• Pat dry the feta with a paper towel before cutting to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
• Serve the salad with lemon wedges for added freshness.
• For extra zest, add some minced garlic to the dressing.
• This salad pairs perfectly with Greek walnuts or almonds.
• Garnish the salad with fresh mint or basil for added aroma.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, add a bit of honey to the dressing.
• Serve the salad with bread slices or croutons.

Common Mistakes

• Over-salting: Be mindful of the amount of salt to avoid oversalting the salad.
• Overmixing the salad too vigorously: Do not overmix the salad too much to maintain the texture of the ingredients.
• Excessive dressing: Do not overdress the salad to avoid excessive moisture.

Fun Fact:

Feta is one of the oldest cheeses in the world, with its production dating back around 8000 years. It has many historical and cultural ties to Greece, where it is widely used in the national cuisine. Feta is also a symbol of Greek culture and cuisine.