Name: Gorgeous Greek Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers, chopped; 4 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges; 1 green bell pepper, sliced; ½ red onion, thinly sliced; ¾ cup Kalamata olives; 6 ounces feta cheese, cubed; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Description

This Gorgeous Greek Salad is a vibrant Mediterranean favorite featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, sharp red onions, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette with oregano and extra virgin olive oil, it makes a refreshing light lunch or a perfect side to grilled meats and seafood.

Ingredients

Vegetables

2 large cucumbers, chopped
4 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 green bell pepper, sliced
½ red onion, thinly sliced

Other

¾ cup Kalamata olives
6 ounces feta cheese, cubed

Dressing

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the vegetables: Combine the chopped cucumber, tomato wedges, sliced green bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives in a large salad bowl to create the fresh vegetable base of the salad.
Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful vinaigrette.
Toss the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the mixed vegetables and gently toss everything together to ensure an even coating of dressing across all ingredients.
Add the feta: Top the dressed salad with the cubed feta cheese, distributing it evenly over the top for creamy, salty contrast.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle additional dried oregano over the salad for extra aroma and flavor, then serve immediately or chill briefly for enhanced freshness.

Notes

Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and health benefits.
Chilling the salad for 15 minutes before serving enhances the freshness and melding of flavors.
This salad pairs excellently with grilled chicken, lamb, or seafood for a complete Mediterranean meal.
To keep the salad gluten-free, ensure all ingredients and seasoning are free from gluten cross-contamination.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Greek