Mediterranean Salad Bowl Recipe
Ingredients:
Base:
2 cups lettuce leaves (Romaine or any leafy greens)
Toppings:
1 cup cherry tomatoes (red and yellow), halved
2 boiled eggs (cut in half)
1 cup cooked baby potatoes, quartered
1/2 cup sugar snap peas (lightly steamed or raw)
1/4 cup olives (Kalamata or black)
1/2 cup white beans (canned or cooked)
1 tbsp capers
Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp honey (optional)
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
Dried oregano or mixed herbs (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
Boil baby potatoes until tender, then drain and let cool.
Steam sugar snap peas lightly, or serve them raw for crunch.
Hard-boil eggs (about 8 minutes), peel, and slice in half.
Arrange the Salad:
Place a bed of lettuce in a large bowl or platter.
Arrange the potatoes, tomatoes, eggs, sugar snap peas, olives, beans, and capers in sections for a visually appealing presentation.
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Serve:
Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
Sprinkle with dried oregano or mixed herbs for an extra Mediterranean touch.
Tips:
Add grilled chicken, tuna, or sardines for extra protein.
Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, salty flavor.