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Greek Salad: The Ultimate Amazing Recipe You Need to Try


  • Author: Lauren Baker
  • Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

– 3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
– 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
– 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley or mint for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Greek Salad is a simple and enjoyable process. Just follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: Start by washing all your vegetables thoroughly. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

2. Dice the Cucumber: Peel the cucumber if you prefer, then slice it in half lengthwise and dice it into small pieces. Add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

3. Slice the Bell Pepper: Take your bell pepper, remove the seeds, and slice it into thin strips. Add the bell pepper to the mixing bowl.

4. Add the Onion: Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl. If the flavor is too strong for your taste, you can soak the onion in cold water for a few minutes to mellow it.

5. Incorporate the Olives: Add the Kalamata olives to the salad mixture, either whole or halved if you prefer.

6. Add Feta Cheese: Crumble the feta cheese over the salad. This will add a creamy texture and a salty flavor that complements the fresh vegetables.

7. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

8. Combine Everything: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well coated.

9. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley or mint on top for an added burst of flavor and color.

10. Serve Immediately: For the best taste, serve the salad immediately after preparation, though it can be stored in the refrigerator for a short time.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 6g