Greek Salad Kalamata Olives (Printable View)

A vibrant Mediterranean mix of tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, feta, and a zesty dressing. Ideal as a light meal or side.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheese and Olives

01 - 5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or cut into small cubes
02 - 3.5 ounces Kalamata olives, pitted

→ Vinaigrette Dressing

03 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
04 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a spacious salad bowl, meticulously combine the prepared tomato wedges, sliced cucumber, thinly cut red onion, and vibrant green bell pepper strips.
02 - Gently fold in the crumbled or cubed feta cheese along with the pitted Kalamata olives, distributing them evenly among the vegetables.
03 - In a separate small mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until thoroughly emulsified and well blended.
04 - Evenly pour the freshly prepared vinaigrette dressing over the assembled salad ingredients. Gently toss all components to ensure every piece is lightly coated with the dressing.
05 - Present the Greek salad immediately. For an enhanced aromatic finish, consider garnishing with a light sprinkle of additional dried oregano, if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You'll be amazed at how such simple ingredients can create such a burst of fresh flavor.
  • It's incredibly quick to prepare, making it a lifesaver on busy weeknights or unexpected potlucks.
02 -
  • Always use ripe, in-season tomatoes; mealy, flavorless tomatoes will simply disappoint.
  • Resist the urge to dress the salad too far in advance, as the vegetables can become soggy and lose their satisfying crunch.
03 -
  • For an extra layer of flavor, let the sliced red onion sit in a bowl of ice water for 10 minutes; it softens their bite without losing their essential crunch.
  • Rub dried oregano between your palms before adding it to the dressing; this simple trick releases its full aromatic essential oils.

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