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Greek Salad

Greek Salad
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Greek Salad is a vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean dish made with crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives. This easy-to-make salad offers authentic flavors, a delightful crunch, and a nutritious boost, perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or part of a larger meal. Prepared in minutes using fresh, high-quality ingredients, it’s customizable to suit various tastes and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Main Ingredients

  • 3–4 ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced into half-moons or quarters
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, whole or halved
  • 100g crumbled feta cheese

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Cut ripe tomatoes into bite-sized chunks, slice cucumbers into half-moons or quarters, and thinly slice the red onion for a balanced sharpness.
  2. Combine the base ingredients: In a large bowl, gently mix together the tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Add Kalamata olives whole or halved for an authentic Mediterranean flavor boost.
  3. Add the feta cheese: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad ingredients to provide a creamy, salty richness that complements the fresh vegetables.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
  5. Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss to blend flavors without breaking apart the feta. Serve immediately for the freshest and crunchiest experience.

Notes

  • Use fresh and ripe produce for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Don’t overdress the salad; a light coating keeps it crisp and refreshing.
  • Serve immediately to avoid sogginess.
  • Salt sparingly, as feta and olives provide natural saltiness.
  • Chill ingredients beforehand to enhance the refreshing quality.

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Keywords: Greek Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Feta Cheese Salad, Healthy Salad, Gluten Free Salad

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