This Mediterranean chopped salad is fresh, colorful, and bursting with flavor. Everything is finely chopped so you get a perfect bite every time. It’s light, healthy, and ready in 10 minutes.
Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 large cucumber, finely chopped
- ½ red onion, very finely chopped
- ½ cup bell pepper (any color), chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped (optional but traditional)
- ¼ cup olives, chopped (black or Kalamata)
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ tablespoons lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Add-ins
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Chickpeas
- Avocado
