Mussels and Olive Delight Salad

This refreshing Mediterranean salad features tender cooked mussels, briny black olives, and creamy feta cheese, combined with fresh arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice, this dish is garnished with fresh basil leaves, making it an exquisite and nutritious meal perfect for warm weather.

Ingredients:

• 250g mussels (cooked and shelled)
• 100g canned black olives (sliced)
• 100g feta cheese (crumbled)
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the mussels. If they are not pre-cooked, steam them until they open. Remove from heat and let cool. Discard any unopened mussels.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked mussels, sliced black olives, crumbled feta cheese, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients without breaking the mussels.
5. Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing salad!

Summary:

• Calories: 700kcal
• Fat: 50g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 30g
• Potassium: 1300mg
• Magnesium: 150mg