Xoriatiki

Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Greece with this authentic Xoriatiki, also known as a traditional Greek village salad. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this no-cook dish showcases a medley of fresh, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, crunchy green bell pepper, and sweet red onion, all complemented by tangy Kalamata olives and rich, creamy feta cheese. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of aromatic dried oregano, and a touch of salt and pepper bring the ingredients together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes, this rustic, crowd-pleasing salad is gluten-free, vegetarian, and ideal as a light meal, a refreshing side dish, or the centerpiece of a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Serve it with crusty bread to savor every last drop of the vibrant dressing!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 15 pieces Kalamata olives
• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 60 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly and pat them dry.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into wedges and place them in a large serving bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into half-moons or rounds. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Core the green bell pepper, remove seeds, and thinly slice it into rings or strips. Add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings. Add to the vegetable mix.

Step 6

Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl, scattering them evenly throughout.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into large chunks or slices and lay them on top of the vegetables.

Step 8

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the salad.

Step 9

Sprinkle the dried oregano over the feta and vegetables.

Step 10

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste, keeping in mind that feta and olives are already salty.

Step 11

Toss lightly just before serving to combine the flavors or leave as is for a traditional presentation.

Step 12

Serve immediately with crusty bread or as a side dish to your favorite Greek main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1517.8 grams (1517.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1440

Total Fat 119.50g	153%
Saturated Fat 37.20g	186%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 178mg	59%
Sodium 4353mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 67.90g	25%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 29.40g
Protein 38.10g	76%

Vitamin D 32IU	160%
Calcium 1229mg	95%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2339mg	50%

*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: 71.7%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 18.1%