This fresh garden salad is bright, crisp, and ready in minutes. Crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cool cucumber, salty olives, and creamy cheese cubes come together with a simple olive and sesame oil dressing. It is light, healthy, and perfect as a side or a light lunch.
For more fresh ideas, try our Chickpea, Mango, and Avocado Salad
and our Vitamin Garden Salad
.
Ingredients
- 1 head lettuce, torn
- 2 red tomatoes, wedged
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 100 g (3.5 oz) cheese, cubed
- 100 g (1/2 cup) olives
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Tear the lettuce into a salad bowl.
- Add the tomatoes, cucumber, cheese cubes, and olives.
- Drizzle with olive and sesame oils, toss gently, and serve fresh.
Tips
- Dress just before serving so the lettuce stays crisp.
- Chill the ingredients and toss gently to keep the cheese intact.
- Add a pinch of salt or lemon juice if you prefer a brighter finish.
For more fresh ideas, visit Allrecipes
and Serious Eats
.
Nutrition per 100 g: 60 kcal, protein 2 g, fat 2 g, carbs 8 g.