The Brutus Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Mixed salad greens: 10 oz (about 280 grams)
2. Fresh tomatoes: 4 large, chopped
3. Cucumber: 1 medium, sliced
4. Red onion: 1 small, chopped
5. Feta cheese: 4 oz (about 115 grams)
6. Olives: 1/4 cup
7. Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
8. Balsamic vinegar: 2 tablespoons
9. Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (this is a raw food salad)

Difficulty Level:

Level 2 (Simple to prepare, just requires proper mixing of ingredients)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the salad greens by washing and drying them thoroughly.
2. Arrange the greens in a large bowl or serving dish.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
4. Crumble the feta cheese and olives over the salad.
5. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.
6. Season with salt and pepper, according to taste.
7. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
8. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 4 people) Calories: 300 kcal (approx.) Fat: 22g Carbohydrates: 18g Protein: 8g (approx.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and vibrant flavor from the combination of tomatoes, cucumber, and balsamic vinegar.
• The addition of feta cheese adds a rich and creamy element to the salad.
• This salad is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish for a barbecue or grilled meat dish.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The feta cheese is a great addition."
2. "Simple yet so delicious! This is my go-to salad for summer."
3. "I added some grilled chicken to this salad, made it even better!" (Great idea for an upgrade!)

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to wash all vegetables thoroughly before using them in the salad to ensure freshness and remove any impurities.
• Adjust the amount of balsamic vinegar and olive oil according to your preference for a more pronounced vinegar flavor or richer texture.