Mediterranean Feta and Olive Cobb Salad

Introduction:

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Feta and Olive Cobb Salad. This refreshing and satisfying salad combines the best of Mediterranean ingredients, including tangy feta cheese, briny olives, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy avocado. Topped with a zesty lemon-herb dressing, this salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish, this Mediterranean Cobb Salad will transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean.

Author: Scott Stokes

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 15-20 minutes

Yield: Serves 2-4 (as a main course) or more (as a side dish)

Category: Lunch, Recipes, Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keywords: Cobb, Mediterranean, Olive

Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 avocado, diced
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

For the Lemon-Herb Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

For the Lemon-Herb Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped basil, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

For the Salad:

1. In a large salad bowl, arrange the mixed salad greens as the base.
2. Arrange the diced chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, pitted Kalamata olives, diced avocado, and sliced hard-boiled eggs over the salad greens.
3. Drizzle the Lemon-Herb Dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve the dressing on the side.
4. Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat them with the dressing.
5. Serve the Mediterranean Cobb Salad as a light and refreshing lunch or as a side dish to complement your main course.
6. Enjoy the explosion of Mediterranean flavors and textures in every bite of this Feta and Olive Cobb Salad.

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with the vibrant flavors of this Feta and Olive Cobb Salad. Packed with fresh ingredients and topped with a zesty lemon-herb dressing, this salad is a delightful combination of tangy feta, briny olives, crisp vegetables, and creamy avocado. Whether you’re seeking a healthy lunch option or a vibrant side dish, this Mediterranean Cobb Salad will satisfy your cravings and leave you longing for the azure coastlines of the Mediterranean.