Description
Discover the fresh, vibrant taste of Authentic Greek Salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, Kalamata olives, green bell pepper, red onion, and creamy plant-based feta (plant-based). Tossed in a light dressing of extra virgin olive oil (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and fresh oregano (natural), this healthy and versatile salad brings the Mediterranean flavors to your table for a refreshing meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 ripe tomatoes, firm and juicy, cut into medium wedges
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced into half-moons
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized strips
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
Plant-Based Cheese
- 1 cup plant-based feta (plant-based), crumbled or cubed
Herbs and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (natural), chopped
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Cut ripe tomatoes into medium wedges, peel and slice cucumbers into half-moons, thinly slice the red onion, and chop green bell pepper into bite-sized strips to ensure balanced flavor and texture.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives. Toss gently to mix without bruising the vegetables.
- Add Plant-Based Feta (plant-based): Top the salad generously with crumbled or cubed plant-based feta for a creamy, tangy richness.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), fresh oregano (natural), sea salt, and freshly ground pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, keeping it bright and light.
- Dress and Serve: Pour the dressing evenly over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use the freshest tomatoes and cucumbers for best flavor and texture.
- Do not skip apple cider vinegar (natural), as it balances the olive oil and adds a lively tanginess.
- Chop cucumbers and bell peppers just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Allow the salad to rest 5-10 minutes after dressing to let flavors meld.
- Adjust the amount of plant-based feta (plant-based) based on personal preference to balance richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Greek salad, plant-based feta, Mediterranean salad, vegan salad, gluten free, healthy, fresh, easy salad
