Greek salad is a refreshing and colorful Mediterranean dish made with crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy olive oil dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light meal or a side dish for grilled meats and seafood.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, chopped
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (or black olives), pitted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
- 1/2 cup lettuce, chopped, (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and chop the cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce (if using).
- Thinly slice the red onion and pit the olives if necessary.
2. Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic (if using).
3. Assemble the Salad
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, and olives.
- Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add the crumbled or cubed feta cheese on top.
4. Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the salad.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Tips
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
- Traditional Greek salad does not include lettuce, but you can add it if preferred.
- Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Nutrition Chart for Greek Salad (per serving, approximately 4 servings)
• Calories —————— 180 kcal
• Total Fat —————— 14 g
• Cholesterol ————— 15 mg
• Sodium ——————– 400 mg
• Total Carbohydrates — 10 g
• Protein ——————— 5 g
• Sugar ———————— 4 g
• Fiber ———————— 3 g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and portion size.
