Mediterranean Tomato and Cucumber Feta Salad

Ingredients

Tomatoes

4 cups, diced

Cucumbers

2 cups, diced

Red onion

1/2 cup, thinly sliced

Feta cheese

1 cup, crumbled

Kalamata olives

1/2 cup, pitted and halved

Fresh basil

1/4 cup, chopped

Extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup

Red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon, or to taste

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, halved Kalamata olives, and chopped fresh basil. Gently toss the ingredients together to distribute evenly.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss again to ensure all ingredients are coated without breaking up the feta too much.
4. Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
5. For an added twist, consider incorporating grilled chicken or shrimp for protein, or add a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for extra crunch.