{"id":1098,"date":"2026-06-18T22:03:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T22:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/?p=1098"},"modified":"2026-07-13T09:18:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T09:18:48","slug":"mediterranean-chopped-salad-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/18\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Mediterranean Chopped Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-6-700x1049-1.jpg\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal.\" style=\"margin: auto;margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette!<\/em> <em>Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. <\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-6-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33877\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-save-recipe cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-container one-line save-recipe wpforms-location-save_recipe_block wpforms-render-modern\" id=\"wpforms-19619\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-head-container\">\n<div class=\"wpforms-title\">Want to save this recipe?<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpforms-description\">Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! 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Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, protein-packed chickpeas, briny Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a simple homemade vinaigrette create the perfect balance of textures and flavors.<\/p>\n<p>Whether serving as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or pairing it with grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp for a complete meal, this Mediterranean salad is fresh, satisfying, and loaded with wholesome ingredients. The best part? Everything can be prepped ahead of time, making it perfect for meal prep, potlucks, picnics, and busy weeknights.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fresh and flavorful<\/strong> &#8211; every bite is loaded with crisp vegetables, salty feta, briny olives, and a bright homemade vinaigrette that ties everything together beautifully.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quick and easy <\/strong>&#8211; this salad easily comes together in about 15 minutes with simple ingredients and minimal prep work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customizable <\/strong>&#8211; add your favorite protein, swap vegetables, or adjust the dressing as needed to fit your preferences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great for entertaining<\/strong> &#8211; the vibrant colors and fresh flavors in this salad make it a beautiful addition to summer gatherings, cookouts, holiday meals, and potlucks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33879\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>lettuce<\/strong> &#8211; I finely chopped some romaine lettuce, but any leafy green lettuce such as arugula, kale or spinach will work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>tomatoes<\/strong> &#8211; I like to use grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes in this salad because they aren\u2019t as watery as larger tomatoes tend to be when you slice them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>cucumbers<\/strong> &#8211; mini cucumbers tend to be less watery and more crunchy than larger cucumbers so I like them best in this salad.\u00a0English cucumbers work great too, but I would suggest scooping the seeds and flesh out to keep this salad nice and crisp.<\/li>\n<li><strong>red onion<\/strong> &#8211; adds a nice savory flavor to this salad as well as a good crunch!<\/li>\n<li><strong>chickpeas<\/strong> &#8211; I used canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans) which are a great source of protein in this salad. Just make sure to drain and rinse the chickpeas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>olives<\/strong> &#8211; I chopped some pitted Kalamata olives giving this salad some saltiness and rich, briny flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>fresh parsley<\/strong> &#8211; this is a must in this salad and adds a nice fresh flavor as well as a pop of color.\u00a0You could also add in some other fresh herbs such as fresh basil, mint or oregano.<\/li>\n<li><strong>dressing<\/strong> &#8211; simple and delicious mixture of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic and dried oregano (or Italian seasoning works too).<\/li>\n<li><strong>feta cheese<\/strong> &#8211; creamy, tangy feta compliments the vegetables and dressing perfectly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1662\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-4.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33880\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make a Mediterranean Chopped Salad<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the vegetables.<\/strong> Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large serving bowl. Slice the grape tomatoes in half, chop the cucumbers, dice the red onion, chop the olives, and finely chop the parsley.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assemble the salad. <\/strong>Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, chickpeas, olives, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese to the bowl with the romaine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the dressing.<\/strong> In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully combined or shake vigorously until emulsified.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toss and serve. <\/strong>Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss well until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-7.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33881\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations and Substitutions<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add protein<\/strong> &#8211; turn this salad into a complete meal by adding in some grilled chicken, grilled shrimp, salmon, tuna, steak or even grilled tofu.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add more veggies<\/strong> &#8211; try mixing in extra vegetables such as bell peppers, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini peppers, avocado, radishes or celery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it dairy-free<\/strong> &#8211; simply omit the feta cheese or use your favorite dairy-free feta alternative.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap the greens<\/strong> &#8211; instead of romaine lettuce, try using mixed greens, arugula, spinach or butter lettuce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add grains<\/strong> &#8211; for a heartier salad, try mixing in fluffy quinoa, farro, couscous, orzo or brown rice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it vegan<\/strong> &#8211; replace the honey with maple syrup and omit the feta cheese or us a vegan alternative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33882\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Serve with Mediterranean Salad<\/h2>\n<p>The great thing about this Mediterranean chopped salad recipe is it can be served as a whole meal or enjoyed as a delicious side dish!\u00a0Here are some of my favorite ways to serve up this salad:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All on its own as a big delicious salad!<\/li>\n<li>Mix in a protein such as chicken, shrimp or steak.\u00a0You could even whip up some extra dressing and marinate the chicken in it.<\/li>\n<li>Serve alongside these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/greek-chicken-kabobs-with-tzatziki-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken kabobs<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Make it creamy with some chopped avocado.<\/li>\n<li>Throw this salad in a wrap or gyro and drizzle with some&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/greek-chicken-kabobs-with-tzatziki-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tzatziki sauce<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Perfect side dish to pizza, soups, warm pita bread or sandwiches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-11.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33883\" \/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepping and Storage<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>To Prep:<\/strong>\u00a0Chop all the veggies and store in a separate container from the romaine lettuce to prevent the lettuce from wilting.\u00a0You can also make the salad dressing ahead of time and store it in a separate container until ready to use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To Store: <\/strong>This salad can be stored in a sealed, airtight container for about <strong>2 days<\/strong> in the fridge before the lettuce starts to get soggy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make-Ahead Tip: <\/strong>For the freshest results, layer all ingredients except the lettuce and dressing in separate containers and assemble just before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"http:\/\/anitaexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mediterranean-chopped-salad-9.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. \" class=\"wp-image-33884\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=&amp;media=&amp;description=\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"263\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__content\">\n<p class=\"block-instagram-cta__title\">Follow on Instagram<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eaturselfskinny\/\">Follow<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Salad Recipes <\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/strawberry-poppy-seed-chicken-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/italian-chopped-salad-recipe\/\">Italian Chopped Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chicken-cobb-salad\/\">Healthy Chicken Cobb Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/raspberry-walnut-salad-with-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raspberry Walnut Salad with Chicken<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-chicken-caesar-salad\/\">Healthy Chicken Caesar Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/chinese-chicken-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinese Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Mediterranean Recipes<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/mediterranean-chicken-meatballs\/\">Mediterranean Chicken Meatballs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/mediterranean-mason-jar-salads\/\">Mediterranean Mason Jar Salads<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/greek-chicken-kabobs-with-tzatziki-sauce\/\">Greek Chicken Kabobs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/healthy-greek-salad\/\">Healthy Greek Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/homemade-tzatziki-sauce\/\">Homemade Tzatziki Sauce<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/greek-salad-dressing\/\">Easy Greek Salad Dressing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Hope you all enjoy this Mediterranean Chopped Salad and if you love this as much as we do, please leave me <img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/72x72\/2b50.png\" alt=\"\u2b50\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" \/> below and don\u2019t forget to tag me on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/instagram\/LL8p4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0using the hashtag #eatyourselfskinny! 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lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal. <\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Main Course, Salad, Side Dish<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Mediterranean<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Mediterranean Chopped Salad<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-18887 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"18887\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">236<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-18887-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-18887-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"18887\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">romaine lettuce<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">mini cucumbers (or 1 English cucumber)<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pint<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">grape tomatoes<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">halved<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">(15 oz) can chickpeas<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">drained and rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Kalamata olives<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">pitted and chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red onion<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh parsley<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">feta cheese<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">crumbled<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Dressing:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/olivoil\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">olive oil<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red wine vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Dijon mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">clove<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">minced<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dried oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#032;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-18887-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-18887-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"18887\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18887-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span><strong>Prepare the vegetables.<\/strong>\u00a0Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large serving bowl. Slice the grape tomatoes in half, chop the cucumbers, dice the red onion, chop the olives, and finely chop the parsley.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18887-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span><strong>Assemble the salad.\u00a0<\/strong>Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, chickpeas, olives, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese to the bowl with the romaine.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18887-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span><strong>Make the dressing.<\/strong>\u00a0In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully combined or shake vigorously until emulsified.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18887-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span><strong>Toss and serve.\u00a0<\/strong>Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss well until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-18887-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">\/6th of salad<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">236<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">26.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5.9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12.6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5.6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">483.7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4.8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! 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