Macedonian Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Macedonian Salad is a simple yet vibrant dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with the salty creaminess of crumbled feta cheese and the rich tang of Kalamata olives. Tossed in a homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fragrant dried oregano, it’s a beautifully balanced medley of textures and tastes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a healthy appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or a light meal. Pair it with your favorite grilled meats, fish, or other Mediterranean classics for a truly satisfying dining experience.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 10 pieces Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water and pat them dry.
Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into thin half-moon shapes. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then chop it into thin strips or small cubes. Add to the salad bowl.
Peel and finely slice the red onion into thin rings or half-rings, then add it to the salad bowl.
Cut the feta cheese into small cubes, or crumble it gently with your fingers, and add it to the bowl.
Pit the Kalamata olives (if not already pitted) and mix them into the salad.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the ingredients in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or as a side dish to complement grilled meats, fish, or other Mediterranean dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.5 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.8 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 3496 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 943 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*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.
