Danforth Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Danforth Salad, a quick and colorful dish ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy Kalamata olives, this salad is crowned with crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of freshness. The zesty dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and aromatic oregano, ties all the ingredients together in a symphony of taste. Perfect as a light side dish or a stunning centerpiece for your table, this healthy, no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or warm summer days. Whether you're looking for a nutritious salad packed with bold flavors or an easy Mediterranean-inspired dish, the Danforth Salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.75 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh oregano leaves (or dried oregano)
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all fresh produce thoroughly.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons if large. Place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Pit and slice the Kalamata olives (if necessary) and mix them into the salad.
Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and scatter it across the salad.
To make the dressing, combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake well to emulsify.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1005 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*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.
