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Fresh Greek Salad Horiatiki Recipe Easy Wholesome Mediterranean Delight

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A vibrant and wholesome Greek salad featuring ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, dressed with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Perfect for quick meals, potlucks, or a refreshing Mediterranean delight.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe Roma tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced thickly
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced into rings
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 7 oz (200g) block feta cheese, cut into large chunks or crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and prep the veggies: rinse tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and onion under cold water. Chop tomatoes into 1-inch pieces. Peel cucumber if preferred, then slice into thick half-moons about 1/2 inch thick. Thinly slice red onion into rings. Slice green bell pepper into rings or strips, ensuring uniform pieces.
  2. Combine ingredients: in a large mixing bowl, gently toss tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and Kalamata olives using hands or salad tongs to avoid smashing the tomatoes.
  3. Add the dressing: drizzle extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad. Sprinkle dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss lightly to coat evenly without overdressing.
  4. Add the feta cheese: place chunks or crumbled feta on top of the salad without mixing fully to keep it as a creamy topping.
  5. Final touches and serve: optionally drizzle a little more olive oil and sprinkle oregano. Serve immediately or chill up to 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Use ripe, firm Roma or vine-ripened tomatoes to avoid watery salad. Toss gently to preserve texture and prevent feta and tomatoes from breaking down. Add salt gradually due to salty feta and olives. Chill salad for 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for best taste. Optionally substitute red wine vinegar with lemon juice for a brighter zing. For dairy-free version, omit feta or use plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: Greek salad, Horiatiki, Mediterranean salad, fresh salad, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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