Greek Salad with Feta
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and fresh Greek Salad with Feta! Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onions, and crunchy green bell peppers, this classic recipe is a celebration of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tossed with briny kalamata olives, creamy chunks of feta cheese, and a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano, this salad offers the perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an effortless yet impressive dish for a light lunch, side, or appetizer. Perfect for summer dining, this authentic Greek salad delivers a refreshing crunch and bursts of flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 200 grams 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
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry all vegetables.
Step 2
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise and cut into 0.5 cm thick slices.
Step 3
Cut the tomatoes into wedges, removing any excess seeds if desired.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion into rings.
Step 5
Cut the green bell pepper into thin strips, discarding the stem, seeds, and ribs.
Step 6
In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and kalamata olives.
Step 7
Crumble the feta cheese into large chunks and add it to the salad bowl.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 9
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, making sure the dressing coats all of the ingredients evenly.
Step 10
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 11
Serve immediately or allow the flavors to meld for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy your fresh Greek salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1404.6 grams (1404.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1515 |
| Total Fat 131.00g | 168% |
| Saturated Fat 38.70g | 194% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g | |
| Cholesterol 178mg | 59% |
| Sodium 4916mg | 214% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.80g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.40g | 66% |
| Total Sugars 23.40g | |
| Protein 36.40g | 73% |
| Vitamin D 32IU | 160% |
| Calcium 1248mg | 96% |
| Iron 8mg | 46% |
| Potassium 1987mg | 42% |
Source of Calories