Description
Looking for a bright, refreshing, and healthy dish that’s ready in minutes? This Authentic Mediterranean Greek Salad is a colorful, crisp mix of cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and creamy feta, all tossed in a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It’s the perfect choice for an easy dinner, healthy snack, or part of your quick breakfast spread. Whether you’re in need of summer food ideas, Mediterranean-inspired meals, or a gluten-free recipe, this no-cook salad is a go-to option for flavor-packed simplicity.
Ingredients
1 large cucumber sliced into half-moons
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/2 red onion thinly sliced
1 cup Kalamata olives pitted
6 oz Greek feta cheese cut into small cubes
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 green bell pepper sliced (optional)
Fresh parsley or oregano leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumber into half-moons, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Slice bell pepper if using.
2. Add cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, olives, and optional bell pepper to a large bowl.
3. Cut feta cheese into cubes and gently place over the salad.
4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5. Drizzle dressing over salad and gently toss using salad servers or clean hands.
6. Garnish with parsley or oregano leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
Always use block feta in brine for the most authentic taste and creamy texture.
Don’t overdress the salad—add dressing just before serving to keep it crisp.
Use high-quality olive oil; it plays a major flavor role in this dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Greek salad, easy dinner, healthy snack, quick lunch, gluten-free, summer salad