Mediterranean Diet Classic Greek Salad with Feta Cheese
Transport your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean with this vibrant and refreshing Classic Greek Salad with Feta Cheese, a beloved staple of the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. Packed with crisp, fresh vegetables like juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy green bell peppers, this salad is elevated by briny Kalamata olives and creamy, tangy feta cheese. A zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and aromatic dried oregano ties all the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome dish is perfect as a light main course or a colorful side. Whether you're aiming for nutritious eating or celebrating Mediterranean flavors, this iconic Greek salad recipe is your go-to for simplicity and authenticity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetables. Rinse the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green bell pepper under cool running water.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thick rounds or half-moons and add them to the bowl.
Slice the red onion into thin half-moons and add to the vegetables.
Remove the seeds from the green bell pepper, slice it into thin strips, and combine with the other ingredients in the bowl.
Pit the kalamata olives if necessary, and add them whole to the salad.
Cut the feta cheese into small cubes or crumble it by hand, then sprinkle it over the salad ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until the vegetables and feta are well coated.
Transfer the mixed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and optionally garnish with additional sprigs of fresh oregano.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.7 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.9 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 6658 mg | 289% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1516 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2402 mg | 51% | |
*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.
