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Classic Greek Salad: 15-Minute Magic for Ultimate Flavor Joy

Classic Greek Salad

A fresh and vibrant Greek salad with crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 cups cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced into rings
  • 8 ounces feta cheese, cut into large blocks or wedges
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional

Instructions

  1. Arrange the sliced tomatoes and cucumbers on a large serving platter.
  2. Add the thinly sliced red onion rings over the vegetables.
  3. Place the feta cheese blocks or wedges on top of the salad.
  4. Scatter the Kalamata olives and capers around the platter.
  5. Drizzle the salad with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  6. Sprinkle with dried oregano, black pepper, and salt if using.
  7. Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light Mediterranean lunch.

Notes

  • Best served fresh.
  • Adjust salt based on feta’s saltiness.
  • Add lemon juice for extra freshness.

Nutrition

Keywords: Classic Greek Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Feta Cucumber Tomato Salad, Healthy Greek Salad, Kalamata Olive Salad, Easy Summer Salad