Herb Salad with Feta, Roasted Red Peppers, and Toasted Nuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Herb Salad with Feta, Roasted Red Peppers, and Toasted Nuts
20 min.
6
204kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and delicious addition to your meal that’s both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further than this delightful Herb Salad with Feta, Roasted Red Peppers, and Toasted Nuts! This refreshing salad is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but it also packs a punch of flavor and nutrition, making it the perfect side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

The star of this dish is the creamy feta cheese, marinated in aromatic herbs and spices, which adds a rich and tangy element to the salad. Combined with the sweetness of coarsely chopped roasted red peppers and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts or pecans, each bite is a delightful explosion of textures and tastes. The herb salad mix brings a fresh, green note that ties all the ingredients together beautifully.

Drizzled with a simple yet flavorful dressing made from the reserved oil from the feta jar and a splash of red wine vinegar, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends. With only 204 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy any time of the day. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a quick and healthy meal, this Herb Salad is a fantastic choice that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 10.5 ounce feta cheese with herbs and spices in oil
  • 0.5 cup walnut halves toasted
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 
  • cup roasted peppers red coarsely chopped
  • ounce the salad 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine herb salad mix, chopped roastedred peppers, and toasted walnuts in largebowl.
  2. Drain feta cheese, reserving oil-and-spicemixture from jar.
  3. Sprinkle feta cheeseover salad.
  4. Whisk 3 tablespoons reserved oil-and-spice mixture with red wine vinegar insmall bowl.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad andtoss to coat thoroughly. Season salad to tastewith salt and freshly ground black pepper.Divide salad among plates and serve.
  6. Per serving: 206 calories, 17 g fat, 2 g fiber
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein17.18%
Fat73.4%
Carbs9.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.83
Glycemic Load
0.66
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.618260870809%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.69kcal
10.18%
Fat:17.11g
26.32%
Saturated Fat:7.21g
45.06%
Carbohydrates:4.94g
1.65%
Net Carbohydrates:4g
1.46%
Sugar:0.25g
0.28%
Cholesterol:44.15mg
14.72%
Sodium:891.54mg
38.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.01g
18.02%
Calcium:266.93mg
26.69%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.6%
Phosphorus:215.01mg
21.5%
Manganese:0.42mg
21%
Vitamin C:16.47mg
19.96%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.16%
Vitamin B12:0.84µg
13.97%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.15%
Vitamin A:601.02IU
12.02%
Selenium:8.08µg
11.55%
Copper:0.21mg
10.66%
Folate:37.91µg
9.48%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.17%
Magnesium:30.1mg
7.52%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.73%
Iron:0.95mg
5.29%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Potassium:149.43mg
4.27%
Fiber:0.93g
3.73%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%
Vitamin K:1.16µg
1.1%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious