Xoriatiki Greek Village Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Xoriatiki, a traditional Greek Village Salad that's as simple as it is refreshing. Bursting with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, and crunchy green bell pepper, this iconic dish is elevated by the addition of briny Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with a bold dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fragrant dried oregano, this salad is a celebration of wholesome, fresh ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking involved, it's the perfect side dish or light meal, ideal for pairing with crusty bread or a classic Greek entrée. Authentically rustic yet universally loved, this easy Greek salad embodies the spirit of sunny village life 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
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 200 grams Feta cheese
- 4 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 the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large bowl.
Peel the cucumber, remove seeds if desired, and slice it into half-moons. Add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Slice the red onion thinly, then immerse the slices in cold water for a few minutes to reduce the intensity. Drain and add them to the bowl.
Remove the seeds and core from the green bell pepper, then slice it into thin rings. Add these to the salad bowl as well.
Add the Kalamata olives to the mixture.
Cut the feta cheese into one large block or into smaller cubes, depending on preference, and place it on top of the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
Gently toss the salad, being careful not to crumble the feta too much, or leave it as is for presentation.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or as a side dish to your favorite Greek-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.5 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4922 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1270 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2320 mg | 49% | |
*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.
