Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining creamy feta cheese with crisp vegetables, olives, and a tangy dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a colorful side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g feta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Chill your serving bowl in the fridge for a few minutes to keep the salad fresh longer.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat.
- Top the salad with cubed feta cheese.
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Give it a gentle final toss and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use block feta for the best texture and flavor.
- Let the salad sit before serving for maximum flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like mint or basil for extra brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: feta salad, greek salad, vegetarian salad, mediterranean recipe, summer salad