Great Greek Salad

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Great Greek Salad! Bursting with color and freshness, this recipe combines crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion with the salty tang of Kalamata olives and creamy crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano, this salad is a refreshing side dish or light main course perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this Greek classic is as quick and easy as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a finishing touch, and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of textures and bold Mediterranean flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a healthy weekday fix!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the vegetables thoroughly.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thick rounds and cut them into half-moons.

Step 3

Core and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges.

Step 4

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into half-moons.

Step 5

Chop the green bell pepper into thin strips or bite-sized pieces, discarding the seeds and membrane.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the vegetables.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (optional).

Step 12

Serve immediately or let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1485.1 grams (1485.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1369

Total Fat 116.10g	149%
Saturated Fat 27.30g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3927mg	171%
Total Carbohydrate 65.20g	24%
Dietary Fiber 20.40g	73%
Total Sugars 28.50g
Protein 25.40g	51%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 831mg	64%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2273mg	48%

*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: 74.2%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 18.5%