🥗 Greek Salad with Homemade Dressing

🥣 Ingredients (Serves 4)

🥬 Salad Base

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 large cucumber, sliced into half moons

• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• ½ cup Kalamata olives

• 200 g (7 oz) feta cheese, cut into cubes or crumbled

🍋 For the Dressing

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

🌿 Optional Add-Ins

• Fresh basil or mint leaves

• Avocado slices

• Capers for extra brine flavor

👩‍🍳 Instructions

✅ Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

1. Wash and chop all vegetables.

2. Place tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl.

✅ Step 2: Make the Dressing

1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

2. Shake or stir until emulsified (smooth and creamy).

✅ Step 3: Assemble the Salad

1. Pour dressing over the vegetables.

2. Gently toss to coat evenly.

3. Add olives and feta cheese on top.

4. Sprinkle a bit of extra oregano for an authentic touch.

✅ Step 4: Serve

Serve immediately as a side dish or main course with:

• 🥖 Grilled pita bread or garlic toast

• 🍗 Chicken souvlaki or grilled fish

• 🍷 A glass of lemon water or light white wine

💚 Health & Nutrition Benefits

✅ Healthy Tips

1. 🧊 Chill the salad for 15–20 minutes before serving for extra freshness.

2. 🌿 Use block feta in brine (not pre-crumbled) for authentic Greek flavor.

3. 🍋 Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a bright finish.

4. 🧄 Mix in a clove of minced garlic to the dressing if you like stronger flavors.