Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Best Greek Salad Recipe. This refreshing dish features a delightful combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a nutritious side dish, this salad is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with essential nutrients. With just a handful of fresh ingredients and a few simple steps, you can whip up this colorful creation that’s sure to impress your guests or elevate your everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber (diced)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (halved)
- 4 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
- ⅓ cup red apple vinegar
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, diced bell pepper, sliced onion, halved olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Gradually add the olive oil while whisking until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently stir to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg