Description
Greek salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the flavors of the Mediterranean. With its crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal. Drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled with dried oregano, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, Greek salad can be served as a side at barbecues or enjoyed on its own for a nutritious lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup English cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with crumbled feta and Kalamata olives.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle dried oregano over the top.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine without mashing the ingredients.
- Serve immediately, chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg