Classic Greek Salad 

This vibrant Greek Salad, or "Horiatiki," is a refreshing medley of garden-fresh vegetables, briny kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. It's a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, known for its simplicity, bold flavors, and healthful ingredients. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish to grilled meats, this salad captures the essence of Greek culinary traditions. 

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 pound garden tomatoes, chopped)
  
  

• 1 English cucumber, sliced into ½-inch half-moons
  
  

• 1 bell pepper (any color), stemmed, seeded, and chopped
  
  

• 6 oz feta cheese, diced from a block or crumbled (about 1 cup)
  
  

• ½ cup pitted kalamata olives, halved or roughly chopped
  
  

• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  
  

For the Dressing:

• ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  
  

• 1 tsp dried oregano
  
  

• 3 garlic cloves, grated or minced
  
  

• 1 tsp fine sea salt
  
  

• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  
  

• ½ to ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
  
  

Directions

1. Prepare the Dressing: In a large measuring cup or mason jar, combine red wine vinegar, dried oregano, grated garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake to combine. Gradually add the olive oil, whisking until the dressing emulsifies.
   
   

2. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, chopped bell pepper, diced feta cheese, halved kalamata olives, and thinly sliced red onion.
   
   

3. Dress and Toss: Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
   
   

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 203 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 9 g
  
  

• Protein: 4 g
  
  

• Fat: 17 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 4 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 16 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 587 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 355 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugar: 3 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 1065 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 27 mg
  
  

• Calcium: 116 mg
  
  

• Iron: 0.8 mg