Greek Inspired Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Inspired Salad is a quick and healthy option perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and bold red onion, it's complemented by the briny richness of Kalamata olives and creamy crumbles of feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and fragrant dried oregano, this salad is finished with a touch of fresh parsley for an herby flair. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal as a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or an easy addition to your favorite Greek-inspired meal. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean cuisine, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 100 grams Kalamata olives
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
Cut the cucumber into bite-sized cubes or slices. If desired, peel the cucumber partially or fully before slicing.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a large bowl.
Finely slice the red onion into thin strips, or mince for a less intense taste, then add to the bowl.
Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl. You may halve them if preferred.
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks using your hands or a fork and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and use it as a garnish before serving.
Serve immediately as a light meal or a side dish with your favorite Mediterranean main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.5 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4190 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 990 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1574 mg | 33% | |
*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.
