Ingredients
Creating a dish that embodies Color Harmony Palettes starts with gathering a variety of colorful ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, assorted colors, sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
You can always swap out ingredients based on what’s in season or what you have on hand. For example, kale can replace spinach, or goat cheese can stand in for feta. The key is to maintain a balance of colors and textures.
Instructions
Now, let’s transform these ingredients into a masterpiece:
- Start by preparing all your fresh ingredients. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the bell pepper and red onion, and chop the walnuts.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, spinach, red onion, and avocado.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts. This step reminds me of how my abuela used to add a touch of crunch to her dishes, making each bite exciting.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Be careful not to mash the avocado.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil if desired. This adds a fragrant touch that I find irresistible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International