Description
Authentic Greek Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish with crisp vegetables, creamy feta, briny Kalamata olives, and a zesty olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, this salad captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, delivering bold flavors and healthy ingredients in every bite.
Ingredients
- 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 block (200g) feta cheese, cut into large cubes or left whole
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and green bell pepper (if using). Add the Kalamata olives.
- Drizzle olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables. Sprinkle with dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss the ingredients to coat the vegetables in the dressing.
- Place the feta cheese on top of the salad. Either crumble it over the salad or leave it in large blocks for a traditional presentation.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, lamb, or shrimp.
- For a vegetarian version, add chickpeas or beans for a heartier salad.
- Kalamata olives are traditional, but you can use green olives or a mix for variety.
