Name: GREEK SALAD RECIPE
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber; 1 green bell pepper; 1 pint grape tomatoes; 1/2 medium red onion; 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives; 4 ounces high-quality Greek feta cheese; 1/3 cup red wine vinegar; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup olive oil; Optional: Herb-baked chicken breast, avocado, canned beans (garbanzo or white beans)

Description

This healthy and refreshing Greek Salad recipe is perfect for the summer season. With its simple and fresh ingredients, this salad can be enjoyed as a light appetizer or transformed into a heartier meal by adding chicken or beans. It’s ideal for meal prep and stays fresh in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

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1 English cucumber

1 green bell pepper

1 pint grape tomatoes

1/2 medium red onion

1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives

4 ounces high-quality Greek feta cheese

1/3 cup red wine vinegar

Juice of 1 lemon

1 tsp Dijon mustard

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp kosher salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 cup olive oil

Optional: Herb-baked chicken breast, avocado, canned beans (garbanzo or white beans)

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Instructions

Chop cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, and red onion into large, chunky pieces.
Halve the Kalamata olives and cut the feta cheese into cubes or large chunks.
Combine all the salad ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Gradually drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss lightly.
If adding chicken, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drizzle chicken breasts with olive oil and rub on both sides. Season chicken with a combination of basil, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper (and optionally, garlic powder). Bake for 20-25 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips or chunks.
Serve salad as is, or add optional baked chicken, avocado, or beans for a heartier meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (20-25 minutes if adding chicken)
Category: Salad
Method: Chopping and Mixing
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 260
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg