💥MEDITERRANEAN SALAD

💥MEDITERRANEAN SALAD . This salad right here is just about as bangin as it gets. These flavors did not disappoint! . I used Arugula for the base, Persian cucumbers, heirloom mini tomatoes, red onion, fresh herbs, and to take it to the top some black cured olives, freshly toasted walnuts, 2 blocks of feta, and a dressing so fragrant you’ll be making it on repeat! . As always, feel free to substitute any of the ingredients for what you like and prefer - your salad is your own canvas, use my recommendations as a starting point and go from there. . Here is how I made it: . 1.For the base, I used a bag of peppery baby arugula. You can use whatever you like. . 2.To the arugula, added 3 finely diced Persian cucumbers, 1 cup of baby heirloom tomatoes sliced in half, 1/3 of a red onion finely diced, two large handfuls flat leaf parsley finely chopped, & one handful fresh mint finely chopped. . 3.Then to elevate these beauties, lets add three superstar ingredients. I diced up 1/3 cup black cured olives. These are my favorite olives for this recipe. 1/3 cup toasted walnuts (I just toast these in a pan on the stovetop, let them cool, then chop finely), and 2 big blocks of feta cheese. . 4.For the dressing, in a small food processor or blender add 1/3 cup of a great olive oil, the juice of 1 large lemon, a small pinch sea salt (dont overdo it since the feta is salty), a generous amount of fresh ground pepper, 2 garlic cloves, 2-3 teaspoons Aleppo pepper, the zest of 1 large orange (this is where you will get a stunning aroma that will take this salad to the top). . 5.Process the dressing well, taste it, then adjust to your preferences. I like mine lemony, so i almost always add a little more lemon. But you do you. . Toss the salad well and devour. You can enjoy as is, with a piece of fish, chicken, or your favorite protein. ENJOY! And be sure to tag me/send me photos of your creation when you make this. I love seeing your dishes and hearing from you. . Have a great weekend👊🏻❤️ . . .

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet