Description
This Best Greek Salad Recipe delivers a refreshing and vibrant combination of crisp cucumber, sweet grape tomatoes, crunchy bell pepper, and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with a zesty homemade dressing featuring red apple vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any meal, this salad is easy to prepare and full of delightful Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Cheese
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 4 ounces feta cheese
Dressing
- 0.33 cup red apple vinegar
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Begin by washing all vegetables thoroughly to ensure they are clean and fresh.
- Dice Vegetables: Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, halve the grape tomatoes, and dice the green bell pepper into small chunks for a crunchy texture.
- Slice Onion: Thinly slice half a medium red onion to add a slight sharpness to the salad.
- Prepare Olives and Feta: Halve the Kalamata olives and crumble the feta cheese into small, creamy pieces to enhance the salad’s flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: Place all the prepared vegetables and olives into a large mixing bowl, ready for dressing.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the red apple vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until fully emulsified.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Adjust Seasoning: Season the salad with additional salt and pepper to taste, customizing the flavor to your preference.
- Serving: Serve the Greek salad chilled or at room temperature for best refreshment and flavor experience.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- The salad can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated to let flavors meld together.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and oregano based on your taste preferences.
- This salad pairs perfectly with grilled meats or as a light vegetarian meal.
- For vegans, omit feta cheese and substitute with a vegan feta alternative or extra olives.
