My Big Fat Greek Salad

Transport your taste buds straight to the sunny Mediterranean with "My Big Fat Greek Salad," a vibrant, refreshing classic that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, tangy red onions, and briny Kalamata olives, this salad boasts a rainbow of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Creamy chunks of feta cheese add a luscious, savory touch, while a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and aromatic oregano ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this hassle-free recipe is an ideal side for grilled meats or a light, satisfying main when served with crusty bread. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quick lunch, this authentic Greek salad delivers irresistible flavor with every bite! Keywords: Greek salad recipe, Mediterranean salad, healthy side dish, quick and easy recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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
• 1 medium Bell Pepper (Green)
• 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives
• 0.75 cup Feta Cheese
• 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (optional, chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the vegetables: peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into half-moons. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges. Thinly slice the red onion and bell pepper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Crumble the feta cheese into large chunks and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Sprinkle fresh parsley on top, if using, for additional color and flavor.

Step 7

Serve immediately with bread or as a side to your favorite Mediterranean dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1059.2 grams (1059.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1259

Total Fat 112.30g	144%
Saturated Fat 26.90g	135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3917mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 50.70g	18%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 21.30g
Protein 22.60g	45%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 775mg	60%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1623mg	35%

*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: 77.5%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 15.6%