Low Fat Mediterranean Feta Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Fat Mediterranean Feta Salad, a refreshing medley of crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and briny black olives, all tossed with creamy reduced-fat feta cheese for a guilt-free indulgence. Dressed in a zesty blend of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic oregano, this salad is a perfect balance of bold flavors and wholesome goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it's a quick and healthy side dish or light main course, ideal for those following a low-fat diet or looking for a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired recipe. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley, this colorful salad is a delicious way to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 50 grams black olives
- 100 grams reduced-fat feta cheese
- 2 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
Begin by washing all fresh vegetables thoroughly.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then chop it into small, bite-sized cubes.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the bowl.
Core the red bell pepper and chop it into small pieces. Add to the salad bowl.
Pit and slice the black olives, then add them to the bowl.
Crumble the reduced-fat feta cheese into the salad mix.
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the dressing is emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the top of the salad for garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing and healthy side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2870 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 697 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*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.
