Greens with Feta and Red Onions
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Greens with Feta and Red Onions! A medley of fresh mixed salad greens, creamy crumbled feta, and tangy red onion is elevated by a zesty homemade dressing that combines extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard. This quick and easy salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve it as a refreshing side dish, a light starter, or even a healthy main course. Packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures, this irresistible salad is guaranteed to become a go-to recipe for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula, or a combination)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the greens.
In a small jar or bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and cracked black pepper. Whisk or shake well until emulsified to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the greens and onions. Toss gently to coat all the leaves evenly.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Serve immediately as a starter, side dish, or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1099 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.1 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.2 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3887 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1258 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 882 mg | 19% | |
*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.
