Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Zesty Greek Salad, a delightful combination of fresh Mediterranean ingredients that will invigorate your meals. Perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a refreshing side dish at dinner, this salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. Not only does it offer a burst of color and flavor, but it also delivers a healthy punch packed with vitamins and minerals. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish can be enjoyed on its own or paired with grilled proteins for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Dice the cucumber and thinly slice the red onion.
- Pit the Kalamata olives if necessary and crumble the feta cheese.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all vegetables, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg