Greek Salad
Fresh and vibrant Greek salad with crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and olives.
15 mins
Prep Time
0 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 4 medium tomatoes
- 1 red onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 200g feta cheese
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dice the cucumber into bite-sized chunks. Cut the tomatoes into wedges. Thinly slice the red onion. Dice the green bell pepper.
Combine vegetables: In a large bowl, add the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green bell pepper. Toss gently to mix.
Add olives and feta: Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl. Cut the feta cheese into cubes and add it to the salad.
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve: Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy fresh!
Chef's Tips
- Freshness: Use the freshest vegetables possible for the best flavor and texture.
- Feta Cheese: For authentic taste, use Greek feta cheese.
- Chilling: You can chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.
- Extra Flavor: Add a pinch of dried mint or fresh basil for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with warm pita bread or as a side to grilled meats.
