Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing salad that celebrates fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing. This Irresistible Mediterranean Salad is perfect as a healthy side or a satisfying main dish. Packed with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta, and a citrusy olive oil dressing, it’s easy to prepare and customize for any occasion. Enjoy a delightful burst of taste and nutrition in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables: dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, slice red onion, and pit olives if necessary.
- Finely chop the parsley leaves and set aside about ¼ cup for garnish.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is well-coated.
- Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg