Greek Country Salad
Transport your taste buds straight to the sun-soaked villages of Greece with this vibrant Greek Country Salad, a true celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and crunchy green bell peppers form the base of this Mediterranean classic, while tangy feta cheese and briny Kalamata olives add layers of bold flavor. The salad is brought to life with a drizzle of zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a sprinkle of fragrant dried oregano. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for warm-weather meals, backyard picnics, or as a refreshing side dish for grilled meats. Simple, colorful, and authentic, this rustic Greek salad highlights the best of traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 medium-sized Green bell pepper
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 200 grams Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes, cucumber, and green bell pepper thoroughly under running water.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into thick rounds or half-moons. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel the red onion and cut it into thin slices. Add the slices to the mixing bowl.
Remove the stem and seeds from the green bell pepper and slice it into thin rings. Add to the bowl.
Add the Kalamata olives to the mix in the bowl.
Cut the feta cheese into small, chunky cubes and gently place them on top of the vegetables in the bowl.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together, being careful not to break up the feta cheese.
Serve the Greek Country Salad immediately or let it rest for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.5 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4332 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1270 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2320 mg | 49% | |
*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.
