Doin' Some Cookin'... Turkish Chopped Salad

With the Spring temps here in Texas my craving for fresh veggies is at an all-time high. Nothing is better than a bowl of brightly colored crunchy veggies.

This chopped salad is a guaranteed way to make sure you are eating your veggies and yes, I was able to eat the entire salad in one sitting. It tasted that good and reminds me of summer. This dish will be the perfect accompaniment every time the grill gets fired up.

There will obviously be a lot of chopping required... too bad chopping doesn't qualify for my work out.

... and just a heads up... this salad does not hold up well overnight and becomes mushy so only make what you plan on eating at that time.

Turkish Chopped Salad

Adapted From: Melissa Joulwan's Well-Fed Ingredients For A Happy

Makes 2 Servings

Stars of the Show for the Dressing:

• dried parsley, to taste
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/8 tsp cumin
• 1/8 tsp paprika
• 1/8 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste

Stars of the Show for the Salad:

• 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 red onion, chopped
• 6 radishes, chopped
• 1/2 jar kalamata olives, halved

And Action:

Mix the salad ingredients in a large bowl and add the dressing ingredients. Toss well to combine. Enjoy!