Columbia Salad
Columbia Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together a medley of vibrant ingredients, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Jar with Lid
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 8 cups Mixed Greens Such as romaine, spinach, and arugula.
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
- 1 unit Cucumber Diced.
- 1 unit Bell Pepper Diced (any color).
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots
- 1/2 unit Red Onion Thinly sliced.
- 1/2 cup Black Olives Sliced.
- 1 cup Chickpeas Drained and rinsed.
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumble (optional).
Dressing
- 1/3 cup Olive Oil High-quality.
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Start by preparing your ingredients. Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
- Wash the cherry tomatoes under cool water. Once cleaned, slice them in half and set them aside.
- Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Remove the stem, seeds, and membranes from the bell pepper and cut it into small dice.
- Grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
- Thinly slice the red onion. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes if the flavor is too strong.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the prepared vegetables: mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, shredded carrots, and red onion. Toss gently to combine.
- Add the sliced black olives and drained chickpeas to the bowl.
- For the dressing, combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small jar with a lid. Shake vigorously until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the top and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Columbia Salad is versatile; feel free to customize it with seasonal ingredients or your favorite proteins.
