Description
Greek salad is a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavors that combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese. This refreshing dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare—making it perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or alongside grilled meats. With its harmonious blend of textures and customizable options, this Greek salad will undoubtedly impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 100g feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the vegetable mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss everything together to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or let it rest for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg