Greek Salad

Greek Salad

Greek Salad, also known as Horiatiki Salad, is a refreshing and colorful dish that showcases the flavors of the Mediterranean.

This salad is renowned for its simplicity and use of fresh ingredients like tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onions, olives, and feta cheese, all drizzled with a tangy olive oil and lemon dressing.

It’s a perfect side dish or light meal on its own, offering a balance of textures and vibrant flavors that are both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds or half-moons
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Optional: Fresh parsley or mint leaves for garnish

How to Make:

Prepare the Vegetables:

In a large salad bowl, combine the tomato wedges, cucumber slices, red and green bell pepper slices, thinly sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives.

Make the Dressing:

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assemble the Salad:

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

Toss Gently:

Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Add Feta Cheese:

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Serve:

Garnish with fresh parsley or mint leaves if desired.

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light lunch.

Chef’s Note:

For the best flavor, allow the salad to sit for about 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Feel free to customize your Greek Salad by adding ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, or even grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on approximately 4 servings):

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Total Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 550mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 6g

Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful Greek Salad as a taste of the Mediterranean that’s perfect for any occasion, from picnics to dinner parties!

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