Recipe: Greek Salad with Homemade Dressing

 

Recipe: Greek Salad with Homemade Dressing

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 4 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 English cucumber, diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad:

   • In a large salad bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, diced green bell pepper, and pitted Kalamata olives. Toss gently to mix.

2. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

3. Dress the Salad:

   • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to coat all the vegetables with the dressing.

4. Add Feta Cheese:

   • Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad.

5. Season and Garnish:

   • Season the Greek salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

6. Chill (Optional):

   • If time allows, cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

7. Serve:

   • Serve the Greek salad as a refreshing and vibrant side dish or light meal.

8. Enjoy!

   • Enjoy this delicious Greek salad with homemade dressing, bursting with fresh flavors and Mediterranean goodness. It's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a healthy addition to any meal!