Description
Mediterranean sunshine dances through this classic greek salad, bringing crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and tangy feta together in a refreshing harmony. Crumbled herbs and olive oil complete this simple yet elegant dish that transports diners straight to a Greek island taverna.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 2 cups (473 ml) cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup (237 ml) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Cheese and Olives:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) feta cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) green olives
Herbs, Seasonings, and Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Chop cucumber and red onion into thin, uniform slices for a balanced texture and visual appeal.
- Carefully slice cherry tomatoes in half, revealing their vibrant inner flesh.
- Create neat, bite-sized cubes of feta cheese to ensure even distribution throughout the salad.
- Transfer all prepared vegetables and olives into a spacious mixing vessel.
- Gently scatter feta cheese cubes across the vegetable medley.
- Enhance the salad’s Mediterranean essence by sprinkling dried oregano, freshly chopped parsley, and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Elevate the flavor profile by drizzling high-quality extra virgin olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar over the ingredients.
- Delicately fold and toss the components, ensuring each morsel is lovingly coated with the aromatic dressing.
- Present immediately to capture the salad’s crisp freshness and vibrant flavors, transporting diners to the sun-drenched shores of Greece.
Notes
- Slice vegetables uniformly to ensure each bite has balanced flavors and textures.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and fresh ingredients for an authentic Mediterranean taste.
- For a lighter version, reduce feta cheese quantity or substitute with low-fat Greek yogurt cubes.
- Consider adding protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas to transform this salad into a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg