Greek Salad with Olympias Kalamata Olives

Salad is well-known among people who love healthy eating and are on a diet. Have you ever tried Greek Salad? Greek salad recipe is flavorful and refreshing with just a few ingredients and a home-made dressing. 

Serves: 4

 

Ingredients

Dressing

¼ cup Green Diamond extra-virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, minced

½ teaspoon dried oregano, more for sprinkling

¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard

¼ teaspoon sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

 

For the salad

1 English cucumber, cut lengthwise, seeded, and sliced ¼-inch thick

1 green bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces

2 cups halved cherry tomatoes

5 ounces feta cheese, cut into ½ inch cubes*

⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion

⅓ cup Olympias pitted Kalamata olives

⅓ cup fresh mint leaves

 

Instructions

Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, and several grinds of pepper.

On a large platter, arrange the cucumber, green pepper, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onions, and olives. Drizzle with the dressing and very gently toss. Sprinkle with a few generous pinches of oregano and top with the mint leaves. Season to taste and serve.

 

This dish would be time-saving and easy-cooking for everyone. Let’s refresh your meal with some healthy yet delicious food – Greek Salad. 

 

Source: Love and Lemons