Bella Hadid Fresh Salad (Printable)

Crunchy lettuce, sweet peppers, cucumber, and creamy feta tossed in bright lemon dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
02 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup sweet bell pepper (red or yellow), thinly sliced

→ Cheese

04 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl.
02 - Place chopped romaine lettuce, sliced cucumber, and bell pepper in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese atop the tossed salad.
05 - Serve immediately to maintain crisp texture and freshness.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in 10 minutes flat, which means you can have lunch ready before you finish your coffee.
  • The combination of crisp vegetables and tangy feta hits that perfect balance between fresh and satisfying, leaving you feeling energized instead of weighed down.
  • It's endlessly adaptable—swap ingredients based on what's in your kitchen and it still tastes incredible.
02 -
  • Dress the salad only when you're ready to eat it—wet lettuce is never crisp lettuce, and crispness is the whole point here.
  • The feta shouldn't be stirred into the dressing; it should sit on top so every bite has visible cheese and the texture stays distinct.
03 -
  • Taste the dressing before you add it to the salad—this is your only chance to adjust seasoning, so make sure the balance of lemon, salt, and oil feels right to your palate.
  • Keep a small bowl of extra dressing on the side when serving—people always want more, and having it ready means nobody has to ask.
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