Greek Pepper Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Pepper Salad is a delightful medley of fresh produce and zesty ingredients. Featuring a trio of crisp red, yellow, and green bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad offers a refreshing crunch in every bite. Tossed with briny Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a fragrant dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano, it delivers the essence of Greek cuisine in a simple yet elegant dish. Perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or centerpiece for a summer spread, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an effortless choice for any occasion. Whether served immediately or chilled to let the flavors mingle, this Greek Pepper Salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and Mediterranean flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Red bell pepper
- 1 whole Yellow bell pepper
- 1 whole Green bell pepper
- 1 whole Cucumber
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 whole Red onion
- 0.75 cups Feta cheese
- 0.5 cups Kalamata olives, pitted
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly and pat them dry.
Slice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into thin strips, discarding the seeds and cores.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then cut it lengthwise into quarters and slice into bite-sized pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Slice the red onion thinly into half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced bell peppers, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 4390 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 795 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2290 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.
