Olive Salad

This vibrant Olive Salad is a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and briny olives, capturing the essence of Greek cuisine. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, it brings together flavors that are both refreshing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Kalamata olives - 100 grams
• Green olives - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the Kalamata and green olives.
2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and diced bell pepper to the bowl.
3. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the top.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients well.
6. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 27 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 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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