Summer Dinner Salad with Creamy Caper Dressing
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Summer Dinner Salad with Creamy Caper Dressing is the perfect solution for a light yet satisfying meal. A crisp mix of romaine lettuce and peppery arugula forms the base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet red onions, and protein-packed chickpeas add vibrant texture and nutrition. Crumbled feta cheese brings a salty, creamy element, perfectly complemented by a luscious homemade dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty capers, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is a refreshing way to enjoy seasonal ingredients while beating the summer heat. Whether served as a stand-alone dish or paired with crusty bread, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser for any warm-weather gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Arugula
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Cooked chickpeas
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and arugula. Tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl with the arugula.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to the salad bowl.
Rinse and drain the cooked chickpeas, then sprinkle them over the vegetables.
Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese.
To prepare the dressing, combine the olive oil, capers, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Drizzle the creamy caper dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy a refreshing and satiating summer dinner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 601 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*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.
