Description
This vibrant summer salad is the perfect side dish for any BBQ, featuring fresh veggies, herbs, and a light dressing that complements a variety of grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add any of your favorite veggies or proteins to customize the salad.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance; just keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.
Keywords: summer salad, BBQ side dish, easy salad recipe, fresh salad, salad for grilling