Greek Confetti Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Confetti Salad is a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and tangy kalamata olives come together in harmony, complemented by creamy feta cheese and a zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a delicious and easy-to-prepare option for busy weeknights, barbecues, or light lunches. Packed with fresh parsley and a rainbow of vegetables, this Greek-style salad is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Serve it chilled for a refreshing, healthy side dish or a stand-alone meal that celebrates the best of Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 75 grams Kalamata olives
• 120 grams Feta cheese
• 15 grams Fresh parsley
• 60 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 30 milliliters Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly and pat them dry.

Step 2

Dice the cucumber into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes or quarter them if they are larger.

Step 4

Dice the red and yellow bell peppers into small, even pieces.

Step 5

Finely slice the red onion into thin half-moons.

Step 6

Roughly chop the Kalamata olives, or leave them whole if preferred.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into small cubes or crumble it with your fingers.

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh parsley leaves.

Step 9

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

Step 10

In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, olives, and parsley.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 12

Add the feta cheese on top and lightly toss just to incorporate it with the salad.

Step 13

Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1372.3 grams (1372.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1255

Total Fat 104.00g	133%
Saturated Fat 26.90g	135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Sodium 3543mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 67.70g	25%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 23.00g
Protein 27.00g	54%

Vitamin D 19IU	96%
Calcium 846mg	65%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 2244mg	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: 71.2%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 20.6%