Mediterranean Baked Potato Topper
Elevate your baked potatoes with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean by trying this irresistible Mediterranean Baked Potato Topper. This quick and easy recipe combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant oregano. Bursting with fresh herbs and bold textures, this healthy topping transforms humble baked potatoes into an irresistible dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a casual get-together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is a celebration of Mediterranean-inspired flavors that’s as simple as it is stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes. Halve them and place in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Slice the Kalamata olives and mix them with the other ingredients in the bowl.
Add the crumbled feta cheese to the mixture.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to balance flavors.
Spoon the Mediterranean topping generously over warm, baked potatoes. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3459 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*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.
