Greek Salad Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Greek salad, a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and briny olives. This quick and easy dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, making it perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal. Each bite delivers a refreshing explosion of taste, ensuring your friends and family will keep coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces; slice cucumbers into half-moons.
- 2. Slice the red onion and bell peppers thinly.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers.
- 4. Add crumbled feta cheese and Kalamata olives on top.
- 5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano. Pour over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- 6. Serve immediately or chill for a few minutes before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg