Kalamata Olive Salad

This vibrant Kalamata Olive Salad combines the rich flavors of Kalamata olives with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a refreshing and nutritious vegan dish. Perfect as a light meal or as a side dish, it captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.

Ingredients

• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium (about 200 grams), diced
• Red onion - 1 small (about 50 grams), finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium (about 150 grams), diced
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and diced red bell pepper.
2. Add the chopped fresh parsley and sprinkle the dried oregano over the salad mixture.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then let the salad sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, which can support heart health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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