What are some common ingredients used in traditional Greek cuisine?
If you love Greek food, you know that it’s all about simplicity and fresh ingredients. This Greek Salad recipe is the perfect example of that. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious and healthy lunch that will transport you straight to the sunny shores of the Aegean Sea.
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives. Toss gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad and serve immediately.
