Erikas Greek Salad

Brighten up your table with Erika’s Greek Salad, a fresh and vibrant medley of crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic oregano. This quick-to-prepare classic Mediterranean dish combines crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and green bell pepper for a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a perfect side dish for any occasion or a light, refreshing lunch. Serve it immediately for crunch or refrigerate briefly to let the bold flavors meld beautifully. This authentic Greek salad is a delightful celebration of freshness, ideal for anyone craving a taste of the Mediterranean.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 100 grams Kalamata olives
• 150 grams Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Cut the cucumber into thin half-moon slices. If the cucumber has a thick skin, you can peel it first.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes. Use a sharp knife for this to avoid squishing them.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and separate the slices to avoid clumping.

Step 5

Remove the seeds and membrane from the green bell pepper. Slice into thin rings or strips, depending on your preference.

Step 6

Combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, and Kalamata olives in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into small cubes (about 1 cm). Add them to the salad bowl, spreading them evenly over the vegetables.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1108.3 grams (1108.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1189

Total Fat 101.90g	131%
Saturated Fat 29.50g	148%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4186mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 50.80g	18%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 28.10g	56%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 969mg	75%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1583mg	34%

*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: 74.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 16.5%