Greek Salad Recipe
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 15 minutes
Description:
Until we ventured to Greece, we were accustomed to crafting Greek salad with lettuce. However, once we experienced the authentic rendition in Greece, we realized its superiority (not to mention its simplicity)! The quantities provided serve as rough guides; feel free to adjust them according to your taste preferences.
Recipe Category: Cheese
Keywords: Vegetable, Greek, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Summer, < 15 Mins, No Cook
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 404.2
- Fat Content: 22.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 89mg
- Sodium Content: 1205.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 36g
- Fiber Content: 8.6g
- Sugar Content: 21.7g
- Protein Content: 20.1g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 200g | Feta cheese |
| 1 | Cucumber |
| 6 | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Red onion |
| 4 | Celery stalks |
| Variable | Black olives |
| 1 | Lemon |
| Variable | Olive oil |
| Variable | Vinegar |
| Variable | Pepper |
Instructions:
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Chop the Vegetables: Begin by chopping up the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and celery into nice, chunky pieces.
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Combine in Bowl: Place the chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl, adding as many black olives as desired.
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Add Feta Cheese: Roughly slice the feta cheese and incorporate it into the bowl with the vegetables.
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Prepare Dressing: In a separate container, prepare the dressing by combining roughly half olive oil, one quarter vinegar, and one quarter lemon juice. Add pepper to taste.
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Mix Dressing: Adjust the dressing according to your preference and pour it over the salad mixture in the bowl.
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Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad until the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients. Serve and enjoy your authentic Greek salad experience!
This Greek salad bursts with flavors of the Mediterranean, offering a delightful combination of fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing. Whether as a refreshing side dish or a light meal on its own, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or quick, no-fuss meals. Adjust the ingredients and dressing to suit your taste buds, and transport yourself to the sunny shores of Greece with every delicious bite!
