Easy Greek Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Easy Greek Salad is a quick and healthy option that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onions, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this classic dish is elevated with a simple homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and aromatic dried oregano. Perfect as a light side dish for grilled meats or as a satisfying standalone meal, this no-cook salad is a must-try for fans of bold, refreshing flavors. Whether you’re entertaining guests or craving a wholesome lunch, this vibrant Greek salad will transport your taste buds straight to the sunny Mediterranean.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 0.5 large Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumber and tomatoes thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber (optional) and cut it into bite-sized chunks. Add to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Chop the tomatoes into wedges or chunks and add them to the bowl with the cucumber.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moons, then add to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Pit the Kalamata olives if necessary, and add them to the bowl.

Step 6

Cut the feta cheese into small cubes or crumble it with your hands over the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients until evenly coated.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	764.2 grams (764.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055

Total Fat 96.80g	124%
Saturated Fat 24.90g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3899mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 34.30g	12%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 9.90g
Protein 19.50g	39%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 763mg	59%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 795mg	17%

*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: 80.2%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 12.6%