Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Best Greek Salad Recipe, a delightful dish that brings together crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty homemade dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or as a light lunch option. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this colorful medley of fresh ingredients that not only satisfies your taste buds but also impresses your guests. Enjoy its versatility by pairing it with grilled chicken, lamb, or even turning it into a hearty meal. Dive into this healthy and satisfying salad that’s low in carbs and high in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 green bell pepper (cut into 1" pieces)
- ¾ English cucumber (peeled, seeded, and quartered into 1" slices)
- 5 roma tomatoes (cut into 1" pieces)
- ¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup kalamata olives (whole and pitted)
- 8 ounces feta cheese (cut into ½" chunks)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3½ tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1½ teaspoons dried oregano (or 1½ tablespoons fresh)
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables according to the ingredient list.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped green bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently.
- Fold in kalamata olives and feta cheese chunks without breaking the feta.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, dill, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg