Fresco Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Fresco Salad is the ultimate quick and healthy recipe for any occasion. This vibrant no-cook dish combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy red onion, all tossed with salty Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese for a perfect balance of textures. A zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley adds a light yet flavorful touch that ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish, a light lunch, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering. Packed with fresh vegetables and bold flavors, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a must-try for fans of healthy eating and easy meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.75 cups Feta cheese
- 0.5 cups Kalamata olives
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then cut it into quarters lengthwise and slice into bite-sized pieces. Add to the bowl.
Core and dice the red bell pepper into small bite-sized pieces. Add to the bowl.
Peel the red onion, cut it in half, and thinly slice one half. Add to the vegetables in the bowl.
Add the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the vegetable mixture.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if necessary.
Serve immediately as a light meal or side dish, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.3 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.0 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3908 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 780 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1125 mg | 24% | |
*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.
