Naxos Island Salad

Transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched shores of the Aegean with this vibrant and refreshing Naxos Island Salad. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this wholesome salad features juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red onion, and crunchy green bell pepper, all complemented by tangy Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. A simple yet flavorful dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fragrant oregano ties the dish together, while a garnish of briny capers and fresh parsley adds a delightful finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is the perfect quick and healthy option for lunch, a light dinner, or an impressive side dish for a summer gathering. Discover the essence of Greek island cuisine with every fresh, zesty bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 100 g Kalamata olives
• 150 g Feta cheese
• 4 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tbsp Capers
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and green bell pepper thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add the cucumber to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Core and thinly slice the green bell pepper into strips. Add the strips to the bowl.

Step 6

Pit the Kalamata olives if necessary and mix them into the salad.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into cubes or crumble it with your hands, depending on your preference, and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Sprinkle the capers and freshly chopped parsley over the top for a finishing touch.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors of Naxos Island Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1240 grams (1240.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1341

Total Fat 116.50g	149%
Saturated Fat 31.60g	158%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4394mg	191%
Total Carbohydrate 57.30g	21%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 21.80g
Protein 29.20g	58%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1007mg	77%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1754mg	37%

*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: 75.2%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 16.4%