Kalamata Olives Platter

The Kalamata Olives Platter is a delightful Greek appetizer that showcases the rich, briny flavor of Kalamata olives alongside a medley of fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and creamy feta cheese. It's a perfect low-carb dish for any keto diet, bringing the taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Kalamata olives - 150 grams
• Feta cheese - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the Kalamata olives under cold water and drain them well.
2. Cut the cucumber into thin slices and then quarter the slices.
3. Chop the cherry tomatoes in half.
4. Dice the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
5. In a medium bowl, combine the Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and chopped parsley.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make a dressing.
7. Pour the dressing over the vegetable and olive mixture and toss gently to combine.
8. Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, promoting heart health.
• High in antioxidants and vitamins from the fresh vegetables.

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