Herbed Sourdough Salad with Creamy Feta
This Herbed Sourdough Salad is a delightful celebration of flavors and textures, perfect for any Feta lover! Utilizing the rustic charm of day-old sourdough bread or pita, combined with fresh, vibrant vegetables, this salad is easily customizable to suit your taste. The addition of crumbled feta cheese, available in various flavors, brings a creamy and salty element that beautifully complements the salad's freshness. Whether you prefer to add grilled chicken or keep it vegetarian, this salad remains a versatile favorite. Enjoy it as a light main course or a hearty side dish; it’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or everyday meals. Quick to prepare with your choice of store-bought dressing, this salad promises a fulfilling and flavorful experience that you can make your own!
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Servings
93.75
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sourdough bread
1/3 lb (Torn into chunks)
Grape tomatoes
3 large (Ripe, halved)
Seedless cucumber
1 (Cut into 1/2 inch chunks)
Favorite greens
8 cups (Rinsed and dried)
Red onion
3/4 cup (Thinly sliced and cut in half)
Feta cheese
6 ounces (Crumble (garlic & herb or your choice))
Olives or sweet peppers
1/3 cup (Pitted olives or sweet peppers cut in half lengthwise)
Meat (optional)
to taste (Cooked and sliced (if desired))
Italian salad dressing
1/8 cup (Your favorite brand)
Instructions
1
Begin by tearing the day-old sourdough bread or pita into bite-sized chunks and place them in the bottom of a large salad bowl.
2
Rinse and dry the greens of your choice (spinach is recommended) and layer them over the bread chunks.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and olives or sweet peppers. Toss gently to mix the ingredients.
4
Spoon the vegetable and cheese mixture evenly over the bed of greens.
5
Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6
Just before serving, drizzle your favorite Italian salad dressing over the top and toss lightly to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
5
Fat
8.75
Carbs
2.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main bread used in this salad?
The recipe uses sourdough bread, specifically day-old bread torn into bite-sized chunks.
Can I use pita instead of sourdough bread?
Yes, day-old pita bread is mentioned as a suitable alternative for the sourdough bread chunks.
What type of greens are recommended for this salad?
While you can use your favorite greens, spinach is the specific recommendation for this recipe.
How many calories are in a serving of this salad?
A serving contains approximately 93.75 calories.
Is the Herbed Sourdough Salad vegetarian?
Yes, the base recipe is vegetarian, although you have the option to add cooked meat if desired.
What type of feta cheese should I use?
You can use 6 ounces of crumbled feta cheese, with garlic and herb flavors being a suggested choice.
How long should I refrigerate the salad before serving?
The salad should be covered and refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
What kind of dressing is recommended?
Your favorite brand of Italian salad dressing is recommended for this recipe.
How much fat is in this recipe?
This recipe contains 5 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count for this salad?
There are 8.75 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this salad provide?
The salad provides 2.5 grams of protein per serving.
When should the dressing be added?
The Italian dressing should be drizzled over the top and tossed lightly just before serving.
What vegetables are included in the vegetable mixture?
The mixture includes grape tomatoes, seedless cucumber, red onion, and optional olives or sweet peppers.
How should I prepare the red onion?
The red onion should be thinly sliced and then cut in half.
How much sourdough bread do I need?
The recipe calls for 1/3 lb of sourdough bread.
What is the serving size for the greens?
The recipe requires 8 cups of your favorite greens, rinsed and dried.
Can I use sweet peppers instead of olives?
Yes, you can use 1/3 cup of either pitted olives or sweet peppers cut in half lengthwise.
How should the cucumber be cut?
The seedless cucumber should be cut into 1/2 inch chunks.
What is the first step in assembling the salad?
The first step is tearing the bread into bite-sized chunks and placing them at the bottom of a large salad bowl.
Is this salad suitable for barbecues?
Yes, it is described as perfect for picnics, barbecues, or everyday meals.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe lists 9 ingredients including the optional meat and dressing.
Can I add chicken to this salad?
Yes, you can add cooked and sliced meat like grilled chicken to taste.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
It is a fresh, Mediterranean-style salad that is creamy, salty, and vibrant.
How much Italian dressing is used?
The recipe uses 1/8 cup of Italian salad dressing.
Are the tomatoes diced or halved?
The grape tomatoes should be halved.
Why is day-old bread preferred?
Day-old bread provides a rustic charm and a texture that holds up better when mixed with the salad ingredients.
How many grape tomatoes are required?
The recipe specifies 3 large grape tomatoes, halved.
What should I do with the greens before adding them?
The greens should be rinsed and dried before being layered over the bread chunks.
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the layers and refrigerate them, but wait to add the dressing until just before serving.
Is this salad considered a main course?
It can be enjoyed as either a light main course or a hearty side dish.