Easy Greek Salad with Feta, Olives, and Homemade Dressing
This Greek Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade Greek dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it’s packed with Mediterranean flavors!
Ingredients
- For the Salad:
- 1 large cucumber chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled or cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard optional, for extra tang
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- Toss and Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make It a Meal: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add dressing just before serving to keep it fresh.
- Customize: Try adding bell peppers or capers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 4g
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