Description
A classic Greek Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty red wine vinegar and lemon dressing with a hint of oregano. This refreshing and vibrant salad is perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced into half-moons
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
- 6 oz. feta cheese, cut into 1/2” cubes
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the cucumber slices, red onion, halved grape or cherry tomatoes, and halved Kalamata olives. Gently fold in the cubed feta cheese to distribute it evenly without breaking the cubes.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and dried oregano until well combined. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth and emulsified dressing.
- Toss the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly with the dressing. Serve immediately for the freshest flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh and ripe tomatoes to enhance the salad’s natural sweetness.
- The feta cheese can be substituted with a vegan feta alternative for a dairy-free version.
- This salad is best served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.
- Adjust the amount of oregano and lemon juice to your taste preferences.
- If you prefer a less tangy dressing, reduce the amount of lemon juice slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Keywords: Greek salad, cucumber salad, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe
