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Greek Salad with Feta and Olives

Greek Salad with Feta and Olives
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A fresh, easy, and vibrant Greek Salad with Feta and Olives combining ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. Perfect as a healthy vegetarian and gluten-free meal or side dish, ready in under 15 minutes and packed with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 cups ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-sized wedges
  • 1 cup crisp cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds or half-moons
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Other Salad Components

  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (block feta recommended)

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dry the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion for a sharp bite and color contrast.
  2. Assemble the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber slices, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives. Gently toss to mix without bruising the vegetables.
  3. Add the feta cheese: Crumble the feta cheese evenly over the mixed vegetables to add creamy, tangy flavor throughout the salad.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  5. Dress the salad and toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated while keeping their crisp texture.
  6. Serve immediately: Enjoy the salad fresh to savor its vibrant flavors and textures. You may chill briefly before serving but avoid letting it sit too long to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose authentic Kalamata olives to bring genuine Mediterranean taste.
  • Drain excess liquid from tomatoes to prevent a watery salad.
  • Opt for block feta cheese and crumble it yourself for fresher texture.
  • Add dressing sparingly at first to avoid soggy vegetables; you can always add more.

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Keywords: Greek salad, feta cheese, olives, Mediterranean, vegetarian, gluten-free, quick salad, healthy recipe

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