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Mediterranean Salad

A refreshing and vibrant Mediterranean salad loaded with fresh vegetables, olives, feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber English cucumber diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 red onion red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil high quality for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano for authentic flavor
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, halved kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley. Gently toss the ingredients together to mix them evenly.
  2. Make sure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. The combination of colors will also make the salad visually appealing.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This emulsifies the dressing, ensuring it coats the salad evenly.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt or vinegar based on your preference.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. This step is crucial as it enhances the flavors of the salad.
  2. Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad by adding ingredients like avocado, chickpeas, or grilled chicken for added protein. This salad pairs well with grilled meats or as a light meal on its own.

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