Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the San Fran Salad, a delightful medley where crisp spinach meets juicy cherry tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers. Perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing weeknight dinner, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrition. With its simple ingredients and effortless preparation, you’ll impress your family and friends while enjoying a taste of sunny San Francisco.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce under cold water and pat dry.
- Tear spinach leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
- Add sliced cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak it briefly in cold water if desired; then add to the bowl.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg