Mediterranean Salad Recipe
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean salad, a refreshing dish that combines crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, this colorful salad brings a taste of sunny shores to your table while being easy to prepare. Enjoy it as a light meal or as a delightful side dish at gatherings—either way, it’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Wash and prepare all fresh produce: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
- 5. For an even fresher taste, chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- 6. Serve chilled as a standalone dish or alongside grilled meat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg