Description
This Classic Greek Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that showcases the flavors of the Mediterranean. Crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese are tossed in a simple dressing for a perfect side or light meal.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 3 cups chopped Roma tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups sliced cucumber (peeled or unpeeled)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (cut into small cubes or crumbled)
Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and olives. Add feta on top.
- Make Dressing: Whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Drizzle over salad.
- Toss and Serve: Gently mix the salad, ensuring it’s coated with dressing. Serve immediately or chill for an hour.
Notes
- For a traditional touch, use large feta blocks. Add capers or fresh oregano for extra flavor.
- Best enjoyed fresh; it’s not as good when stored dressed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
