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Easy Chopped Salad

A quick and healthy salad that's fresh, colorful, and customizable with your favorite ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups Mixed greens Use your preferred type of mixed greens.
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes Fresh or cherry tomatoes work well.
  • 1 cup Sliced cucumbers Seedless cucumbers are ideal.
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds Can be replaced with other nuts or seeds.
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese Omit for a vegan version.
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground black pepper is best.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, sunflower seeds, and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss the salad until well mixed.
  5. Customize with any additional ingredients you like, then serve immediately.

Notes

Serve the salad fresh, right after mixing. It pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp for a main dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep the dressing separate until ready to eat for best results. Use fresh ingredients for better flavor and experiment with different toppings like nuts or herbs.