Greek Salad Skewers

Greek Salad Skewers are a vibrant and fresh appetizer that combines the classic flavors of Greek salad in a convenient bite-sized format. Perfect for gatherings, these skewers are low in carbs and packed with nutrients.

Greek Salad Skewers
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
220 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cherry tomatoes - 12 pieces
  • Cucumber - 1 medium, sliced into rounds
  • Kalamata olives - 12 pieces, pitted
  • Feta cheese - 100 grams, cubed
  • Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Skewers - 4

Steps

  1. Prepare the ingredients by slicing the cucumber into rounds and cubing the feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and chopped oregano to create a dressing.
  3. Thread 3 cherry tomatoes, 2 cucumber slices, 1 Kalamata olive, and 1 cube of feta cheese onto each skewer, repeating until all ingredients are used.
  4. Place the skewers on a serving platter and drizzle with the dressing.
  5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and cucumber, which may help reduce inflammation.
  • Feta cheese provides calcium and protein, contributing to strong bones and muscle health.

Tags

GreekLow CarbAppetizer