Description
A refreshing and vibrant Mediterranean Salad combining crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 English cucumber, halved and sliced
- 3 large Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 3/4 cup kalamata olives, halved
Cheese
- 4 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing and Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced English cucumber, chopped Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced onion, chopped parsley, chopped basil, and halved kalamata olives. Gently toss to mix the vegetables and herbs evenly.
- Add Feta and Mix Dressing: Add the crumbled feta cheese to the bowl. Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the ingredients. Sprinkle in the dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Toss and Serve: Toss all the ingredients together until the salad is well mixed and everything is evenly coated with dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste preference.
- The salad is best served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped bell peppers or red radishes.
- To make it vegan, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based substitute.
