Really Authentic Greek Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Really Authentic Greek Salad, a refreshing and wholesome dish that's as traditional as it gets. Packed with juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, bold red onion, and crunchy green bell peppers, this salad is elevated by tangy Kalamata olives and a slab of creamy feta cheese sitting proudly on top. A simple yet irresistible dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and aromatic oregano brings all the ingredients together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this gluten-free, vegetarian masterpiece is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, satisfying side dish. Pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own to savor the rich, Mediterranean essence in every bite.
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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
- 7 oz Feta cheese block
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
Cut the tomatoes into irregular bite-sized wedges and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into half-moons if it's large, or rounds if it's small. Add to the bowl.
Peel the red onion, then thinly slice it into rings or half-rings. Add to the salad.
Deseed and thinly slice the green bell pepper into rings or strips. Add these to the mix.
Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl, ensuring they are pitted if serving to avoid choking hazards.
Cut the feta cheese block into thick slices or leave it whole, as traditionally, Greek salads feature a slab of feta on top. Place the cheese on top of the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
Toss gently if desired to distribute flavors evenly while keeping the feta largely intact, or serve as-is for an authentic presentation.
Serve immediately with crusty bread on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.8 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4068 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2090 mg | 44% | |
*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.
