Description
A refreshing Mediterranean Delight Greek Salad packed with vibrant vegetables and feta cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, sliced thin
- 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup high-quality olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Place the grape tomatoes, cucumber, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and Kalamata olives into a large mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed among the vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, whisking until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and carefully toss everything together to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top just before serving to add a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- For a heartier option, add grilled shrimp or roasted chickpeas.
- Try swapping feta for crumbled blue cheese for a bold twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg