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The Best Greek Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Greek salad packed with flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large cucumber (diced)
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 green bell pepper (diced)
  • ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives (halved)
  • 4 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
  • ⅓ cup red apple vinegar
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Begin by washing all your produce. Dice the cucumber, halve the grape tomatoes, and slice the green bell pepper.
  2. Slice the onion: Thinly slice the red onion using a sharp knife.
  3. Combine the veggies: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, bell pepper, and sliced red onion.
  4. Add the olives: Gently fold in the halved Kalamata olives.
  5. Crumble the feta: Sprinkle in the crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Make the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the red apple vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.
  7. Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  8. Taste test!: Before serving, make sure to taste your salad.
  9. Chill (optional): Let the salad sit for about 10–15 minutes.

Notes

This salad pairs well with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own with crusty bread.

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Keywords: Greek salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean dish, summer recipe, vegetarian salad

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