Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this classic Greek salad. Bursting with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and aromatic herbs, it’s a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion—from summer picnics to cozy dinners. This easy-to-make salad is not only visually stunning but also a crowd-pleaser that brings joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup English cucumbers, sliced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the tomatoes and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and slice the red onion thinly.
- If desired, soak the sliced onion in cold water for about 10 minutes to mellow its flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are well mixed without mashing the feta.
- Allow to sit for a few minutes before serving for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg