How to Make My Big Fat Greek Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Mediterranean cuisine, few dishes are as iconic and beloved as the Greek salad. This fresh and vibrant dish is a staple of Greek cuisine, and it's widely enjoyed around the world for its delicious blend of flavors and textures. If you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal option that's bursting with flavor, look no further than the beloved Greek salad.

Traditionally, a Greek salad is made with a variety of fresh, colorful vegetables, including tomatoes,...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large English cucumbers
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ red onion
  • ½ red bell pepper
  • ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • ½ cup pitted green olives
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar, or to taste
  • ⅓ cup olive oil, or to taste
  • 1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese, diced, divided
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4

  • Peel off a few strips of cucumber skin using a channel knife, creating a striped pattern. Cut cucumbers in half crosswise. Cut each half into quarters before cutting into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices. Place into a colander; toss with some kosher salt and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut cherry tomatoes in half. Rinse cucumbers; drain thoroughly for 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • While cucumbers are draining, slice onion thinly. Cut bell pepper into strips. Turn knife diagonally and cut strips into diamond-shaped pieces. Slice Kalamata and green olives.
  • Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, olives, and 2 tablespoons oregano in a bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Sprinkle in vinegar and toss thoroughly. Drizzle in olive oil. Add about 2/3 of the feta cheese and toss again. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Give the salad another mix. Taste and season as desired. Scatter remaining feta cheese on top and garnish with remaining oregano.
  • Nutrition

    352 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 1250mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 195mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 472mg