Description
Individual Salad Cups are a delightful way to enjoy fresh, vibrant ingredients in a fun and portable format. Perfect for gatherings or quick meals, these crisp romaine lettuce cups are filled with colorful vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty olive oil dressing that enhances each bite. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they cater to various dietary preferences while making healthy eating enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup assorted bell peppers, julienned
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (balsamic or red wine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly and pat dry.
- Carefully peel off individual romaine leaves to create cups.
- Slice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers as directed.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Layer cucumbers at the bottom of each lettuce cup, followed by tomatoes and bell peppers. Top with feta cheese.
- Drizzle dressing over each filled cup just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize with proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas for added nutrition. Use seasonal vegetables for enhanced flavor and freshness. Store assembled cups without dressing in airtight containers for up to three days.