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A healthy and fresh Greek salad with feta cheese and olives

Best way to grow with a perfect Greek Salad

This classic Greek salad combines crisp vegetables, salty feta, and Kalamata olives, all tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It's a refreshing and healthy dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 medium Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 large Cucumber peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper seeded and sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese block, crumbled or cubed
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Small whisk or fork

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the tomatoes, slice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the bell pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives.
  3. Crumble or cube the feta cheese and add it to the bowl with the vegetables.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine; serve immediately.

Notes

To truly 'grow' with your Greek salad, consider these fresh twists: 1. Add roasted chickpeas or grilled chicken for added protein. 2. Introduce fresh herbs like mint or dill for a brighter flavor. 3. Experiment with different vinegars, such as balsamic or apple cider, for a new dressing profile. 4. Include other crisp vegetables like radishes or romaine lettuce for extra crunch. 5. Serve with warm pita bread or a side of hummus for a more substantial meal.