Greek salad
Enjoy a refreshing and authentic Greek Salad made with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese, all tossed in a light dressing of olive oil, vinegar, and oregano. Perfect for a healthy and delicious meal!
- 11 Mar 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 12 Servings
- 10 Ingredients
Greek salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that brings together a delightful combination of fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese, all seasoned with olive oil, vinegar, and oregano. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to complement your main course. Follow these steps to create a delicious Greek salad.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Tomato: Wash and core the tomato. Cut it into bite-sized pieces.
- Cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers (if desired) and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Red Pepper: Wash the red pepper. Remove the seeds and core, then dice it into small pieces.
- Red Onion: Peel the onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings.
- Olives: Drain the olives if they are in brine. Slice them if they are not already pitted.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, red onion, and olives.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables in the salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and dried oregano until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remember that feta cheese is already salty, so add salt sparingly.
- Serve the Greek salad immediately, or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Enjoy your fresh and delicious Greek salad as a light meal or a side dish to your favorite main course.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe and fresh vegetables. Organic produce often has a richer taste.
- Cut the vegetables into uniformly sized pieces to ensure even distribution of flavors throughout the salad.
- To add more depth of flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the ingredients to marinate in the dressing.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for a richer taste.
- If you prefer a stronger taste, you can add a few more herbs like fresh basil or parsley.
- Try adding a splash of lemon juice for an extra tangy twist.
Your Greek salad is now ready to serve! This vibrant and flavorful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with your favorite grilled meats or seafood for a complete meal. Happy cooking!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 120 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 90kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.48g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 6g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.26g | 3% |
| Sugar 2.06g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 11g | 13% |
| Saturated 3.72g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 18mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 44ug | 5% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.19mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 0.40mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.15mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B9 18ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.32ug | 13% |
| Vitamin C 12mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 0.61mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 11ug | 9% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 130mg | 10% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.69mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 15mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus, P 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 150mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 3.27ug | 6% |
| Sodium, Na 360mg | 24% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.75mg | 7% |
| Water | |
| Water 100g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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