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Clear glass bowl filled with Peasant salad on a white tablecloth.
5 from 7 votes

Peasant Salad

Prep Time20 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes - halved
  • 2 English cucumbers - diced
  • 1/2 red onion - minced
  • 15.5 oz canned chick peas - drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers - chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives - halved and pitted
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese - chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint - chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil - chopped
  • DRESSING
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic - grated
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon House Seasoning Blend

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, chick peas, roasted red peppers, olives, cheese, mint and basil; Toss to combine.
  • Add all dressing ingredients to a jar with a tight fitting lid.
  • Shake to combine.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

 
  • Add Croutons: Toast some of your favorite bread and add them to the salad to soak up all the juices.
  • Nuts: Toasted Pine nuts add a great little crunch.
  • Variation tip: Vegan? Tofu works great in place of the feta.
  • Alternate ingredient: Capers add a great salty bite to this dish.
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