Greek Salad with Shaved Fennel
Brighten up your table with this crisp and vibrant Greek Salad with Shaved Fennel, a refreshing twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite! Featuring paper-thin slices of anise-scented fennel bulb, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Tossed with briny Kalamata olives, creamy crumbles of feta cheese, and a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing infused with dried oregano, this dish is a celebration of simple, bold ingredients. Perfect as a quick side dish or a light stand-alone meal, this 15-minute, no-cook recipe is packed with wholesome goodness and Mediterranean flair, making it ideal for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley for a final pop of color and freshness, this Greek salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Fennel bulb
- 1 large Cucumber
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 100 grams Kalamata olives
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, carefully shave the fennel bulb into thin slices. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into half-moons and add it to the bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and combine it with the other vegetables.
Add the Kalamata olives to the salad bowl.
Break the feta cheese into small chunks or cubes using your hands or a knife, and add it to the bowl.
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Chop the flat-leaf parsley and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Mediterranean dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1304 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 688 mg | 15% | |
*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.
