Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles
Creamy avocado meets tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a vibrant salad, topped with salty feta and a bright lemon vinaigrette for a refreshing keto lunch. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs large, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, (kale and spinach) mixed greens into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 large, diced avocado
- 1/4 cup, oil-packed, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups (kale and spinach) mixed greens
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced avocado, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated, taking care not to mash the avocado.
- Step 4: Divide salad among plates and top with crumbled feta cheese just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large, diced avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Avocado Sun-Dried Tomato Salad with Feta Crumbles vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my husband's birthday dinner, everyone loved it!
- ★★★★☆
Great flavor, but the sun-dried tomatoes were a bit too salty for my taste.
- ★★★☆☆
Took longer than expected to prepare, and the avocado turned brown.