Mar 17, 2025

Simple steps to a flavor-packed Mediterranean salad

Siddhartha Jana

Essential ingredients

This salad consists of chickpeas, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, red onion, cucumber and a Greek vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, Dijon and spices.

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Simple dressing preparation

Whisk or shake olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended.

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Quick and simple assembly

Simply combine the salad ingredients in a bowl, pour over the dressing, toss thoroughly, and eat while still fresh.

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Protein-adaptable

To add protein to the salad, you can add grilled chicken, steak, prawns, salmon, pork, tofu or crispy falafel.

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Incorporate additional fresh vegetables

Sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, bell peppers, tomatoes, and radishes are excellent additions.

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Add nuts and olives to enhance flavour

Pepitas, almonds, pine nuts, or kalamata olives offer a rich Mediterranean taste and a crisp texture.

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Cheese and bean variations

Goat cheese, blue cheese, mozzarella, or Parmesan can be used in place of feta. Replace white beans with chickpeas or leave them out completely.

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Make it vegan

All the vivid Mediterranean flavours can be retained while using vegan cheese or omitting cheese altogether for a plant-based alternative.

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