Salad Platter Recipie

 Salad Platter Recipie

A salad platter can be a vibrant and versatile dish, perfect for serving a group or just enjoying a variety of flavors and textures. Here's a simple and delicious recipe for a Mediterranean-style salad platter, which is both colorful and refreshing.

Mediterranean Salad Platter

Ingredients:

• For the Salad:

  • 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini (optional)
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
  • 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, quartered

• For the Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

• For Garnish:

  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)
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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Wash and dry the mixed greens. Arrange them as a base on a large platter.
   • Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
   • If using, slice the pepperoncini and quarter the artichoke hearts.
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2. Assemble the Platter:

   • On top of the mixed greens, arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts in a visually appealing manner.

3. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Drizzle and Garnish:

   • Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad platter.
   • Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley on top for added flavor and color.

5. Serve:

   • Serve immediately or let guests help themselves from the platter.

This Mediterranean salad platter is great on its own or as a side dish. You can customize it by adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or other favorite ingredients. Enjoy your vibrant, flavorful salad!