Good-For-You Greek Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
• 1/4 cup red onion, diced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Top with the feta cheese and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Greek salad is a popular dish in many countries around the world.
• The classic Greek salad does not contain lettuce.
• Kalamata olives are a type of black olive that is grown in the Mediterranean region.
• Extra-virgin olive oil is the highest-quality olive oil available.