Greek Salad

Greek Salad, a classic Mediterranean dish, is a refreshing and colorful combination of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onions, green peppers, and Kalamata olives, topped with crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkling of dried oregano. Drizzled with an olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing, it offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, embodying the essence of Greek cuisine.

Recipe

Prepare the Vegetables:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the tomato wedges, sliced cucumber, red onion slices, and green bell pepper slices.

Add Feta and Olives:

  • Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and halved Kalamata olives over the vegetables.

Season and Toss:

  • Sprinkle dried oregano over the salad, season with salt and black pepper, and gently toss to combine the ingredients.

Prepare the Dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Dress the Salad:

  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad, ensuring it's evenly distributed.

Chill and Serve:

  • Refrigerate the Greek salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Before serving, give it a gentle toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Garnish:

  • Garnish with a few whole Kalamata olives and a sprinkle of dried oregano for presentation.

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