Ingredients
– 1 English cucumber, cut into 1/2 inch half moons
– 4 Roma tomatoes, cut in half and then cut into 1/2 inch pieces
– 1/2 red onion, cut into thin slices
– 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and cut in half
– 4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon Greek oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
– Dash of freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1-First, rinse and chop all fresh vegetables including tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions into bite-sized pieces to ensure even texture and flavor.
2-Second, slice the Kalamata olives and crumble or cube the feta cheese, preparing the core flavor components.
3-Third, combine all chopped vegetables, olives, and cheese in a large mixing bowl.
4-Fourth, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper; toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
5-Fifth, taste and adjust seasoning or acidity according to preference, considering dietary modifications such as reducing salt for low-sodium needs.
6-Final step: serve immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let tastes blend, perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
Last Step:
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🥒 Use English cucumber with skin on and slice red onion thinly to maintain the best texture and flavor.
🧀 Cube feta cheese for a decorative look or crumble it based on your preference.
🕒 Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, but note the vegetables may soften over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chilling time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 0.85 cups
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 246mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg