Ingredients
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 garlic clove minced
– ½ teaspoon dried oregano plus extra for sprinkling
– ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– several grinds of black pepper
– 1 English cucumber cut lengthwise, seeded, and sliced ¼-inch thick
– 1 green bell pepper chopped into 1-inch pieces
– 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
– 5 ounces feta cheese cut into ½-inch cubes
– ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
– ⅓ cup Kalamata olives
– ⅓ cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
1-First, wash and dry all fresh vegetables thoroughly to keep them crisp and clean. This step removes any dirt and helps the flavors shine through.
2-Next, chop the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces for that refreshing crunch.
3-Third, in a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and olives for a colorful mix. Then, add the feta cheese, adjusting as needed for your diet. Drizzle the homemade dressing over everything and toss gently to blend the flavors without mashing the ingredients.
4-Finally, sprinkle on extra oregano and garnish with mint leaves right before serving. This salad offers a fresh, low-calorie option rich in healthy fats, and you can prepare it ahead but add mint at the last minute to keep it lively.
Last Step:
Please leave a rating and comment letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business to thrive and continue providing free, high-quality recipes for you.Notes
🍅 Use cherry tomatoes and seed the cucumber thoroughly to avoid excess water in the salad.
🔪 Cut all ingredients to similar sizes for consistent texture and balanced bites.
🌿 Add fresh mint leaves just before serving to maintain their bright flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg