Keto Mediterranean Garden Salad with Olive Oil
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this fresh and zesty Keto Mediterranean Garden Salad with Olive Oil. Packed with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy kalamata olives, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and palate. Crumbled feta cheese and aromatic parsley bring authentic Mediterranean charm, while a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-carb, keto-friendly dish is perfect as a light meal or a side for grilled meats. Fresh, healthy, and bursting with bold flavors, this salad offers an easy and delicious way to embrace the goodness of Mediterranean cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 100 grams kalamata olives
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber if desired, and dice it into bite-sized pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the kalamata olives.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and kalamata olives.
Crumble the feta cheese over the mixed vegetables.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it onto the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.6 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.6 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4175 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 986 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1673 mg | 36% | |
*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.
