Name: Fresh and flavorful Greek Salad recipe packed with Mediterranean flavors
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 large tomatoes, diced; 1 cucumber, peeled and diced; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh and flavorful Greek Salad recipe packed with Mediterranean flavors

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This Greek Salad recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. Filled with crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing, this salad is a refreshing option for any occasion.

Ingredients

2 large tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, peeled and diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Greek salad is also known as horiatiki in Greece, which means 'village salad'.

The traditional Greek salad does not contain lettuce.

The combination of olives, feta cheese, and olive oil in Greek salad is a classic Mediterranean flavor profile.

Greek salad is a popular dish in the Mediterranean region and is often served as a side dish or appetizer.