Easy Greek Inspired Salad

Brighten up your table with this Easy Greek Inspired Salad, a refreshing medley of crisp vegetables, bold Mediterranean flavors, and a zesty homemade dressing. Featuring crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. A simple yet flavorful dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano ties it all together, making it the perfect quick side dish or light main course. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch, a picnic staple, or a vibrant addition to your dinner spread, this Greek-inspired salad delivers bright, fresh flavors that transport you to the Mediterranean with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on preference. Place into a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mix.

Step 5

Add the kalamata olives to the bowl. If they are whole, consider slicing them in half for easier eating.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Taste for seasoning and adjust with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the salad as a garnish before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1065.3 grams (1065.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1127

Total Fat 97.50g	125%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.80g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3918mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 47.10g	17%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 22.20g	44%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 802mg	62%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1511mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.0%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 16.3%