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Greek Village Salad with Cherry Tomatoes & Feta

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Greek village salad with cherry tomatoes and feta is a fresh, colorful Mediterranean dish made with ripe vegetables, creamy feta, briny olives, and high-quality olive oil. This traditional horiatiki salad is naturally gluten-free, quick to prepare, and perfect as a light meal or vibrant side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl for dressing
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large cucumber, sliced or chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 4–6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or in small chunks
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Wash and dry all produce thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl. Slice the cucumber into rounds or half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion and green bell pepper. Add all vegetables to the bowl along with the Kalamata olives.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice (or red wine vinegar), dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to combine. Add the feta cheese on top and lightly mix, being careful not to over-stir. Sprinkle a little extra oregano over the top and serve immediately.

Notes

For best flavor, use room-temperature ingredients and high-quality extra-virgin olive oil. Lightly salt the tomatoes and let them sit for 5 minutes to enhance sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping feta separate if possible. This salad does not freeze well. Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword cherry tomato feta salad, Greek village salad, horiatiki salad, Mediterranean salad
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