Bella Hadid Fresh Salad (Print)

Crisp romaine, sweet peppers, cucumber, and feta come together with a tangy lemon dressing for a light, fresh dish.

# Ingredients:

→ 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

# Instructions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
02 - Place chopped Romaine lettuce, sliced cucumber, and bell pepper in a large salad bowl.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
05 - Serve immediately to maintain freshness and crunch.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes, which means fresh salad without the stress.
  • The lemon dressing is bright enough to wake up even the plainest lettuce.
  • Feta adds just enough richness to make it feel like a real meal, not a sad desk lunch.
02 -
  • Dress the salad just before serving or everything goes soft and sad, especially if it's sitting around.
  • The lemon juice will keep oxidizing those vegetables slightly, so if you must make it ahead, dress it at the last possible second.
03 -
  • Massage the romaine gently with a tiny bit of salt and lemon before everything else—it softens it slightly and makes it more receptive to dressing.
  • Cold plates make a real difference; the salad feels crisper and fresher when the bowl hasn't been sitting out warming everything up.
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