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Greek Salad
Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of Greece with this vibrant and refreshing Greek salad, a perfect harmony of crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing featuring extra virgin olive oil and aromatic oregano, this salad is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, it embodies the essence of Greek cuisine, rooted in simplicity and freshness.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
- Red wine vinegar (2 tablespoons)
- Extra virgin olive oil (4 tablespoons)
- Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Feta cheese (1 cup, crumbled)
- Kalamata olives (1/2 cup, pitted and halved)
- Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
- Tomatoes (2 cups, diced)
- Cucumber (1 large, diced)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 22g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 4g