Classic Greek Salad
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 4 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 200g Kalamata olives
- 200g Feta cheese, cubed
For the Dressing:
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables:
Cut tomatoes into wedges, slice cucumber into half-moons, thinly slice red onion, and chop bell pepper into chunks.
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Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using.
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Combine:
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper. Add Kalamata olives.
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Add Dressing:
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
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Finish:
Top with cubed feta cheese and a sprinkle of additional oregano if desired. Serve immediately.
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Oil Dispenser Set
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Pro Tips
- Use the ripest tomatoes you can find for the best flavor.
- Don't cut the vegetables too small - chunky is traditional.
- Use authentic Greek feta made from sheep's milk if available.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious dressing.