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Greek Salad with Feta and Olives

Greek Salad with Feta and Olives
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Greek Salad with Feta and Olives is a refreshing and colorful Mediterranean dish combining ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, salty Kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, and a bright lemon-oregano dressing. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or healthy meal, this easy-to-make salad offers vibrant flavors, wholesome ingredients, and versatile options to suit any occasion.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 cups ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced into thick half-moons or cubes
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Olives and Cheese

  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks and slice the cucumber into thick half-moons or cubes, depending on your preference. Peel and thinly slice the red onion for just the right sharpness without overpowering the salad.
  2. Assemble the Base: In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onions. Gently toss to mix the vegetables evenly and create a colorful base for your Greek Salad with Feta and Olives.
  3. Add Olives and Feta: Scatter Kalamata olives across the salad for salty bursts of flavor. Crumble generous amounts of feta cheese over the top—this creamy, tangy element is the heart of the salad, tying all the fresh ingredients together.
  4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, sea salt, and cracked black pepper until well combined. This simple dressing enhances every bite with a zesty and aromatic finish.
  5. Dress and Toss: Pour the dressing lightly over the salad. Toss gently to ensure every piece is coated without breaking down the delicate ingredients. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice to your liking for the perfect balance.

Notes

  • Choose ripe, in-season produce for optimum freshness and flavor.
  • Use authentic Greek feta for creamier texture and balanced saltiness.
  • Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving to let flavors mingle.
  • Keep ingredients chilled before assembling for a refreshing salad.
  • Start with less dressing and add gradually to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: Greek salad, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten free

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