Salata Choriatiki

Salata Choriatiki, also known as Greek village salad, is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese. This hearty salad is perfect as a light dinner, showcasing the flavors of fresh Mediterranean ingredients.

Ingredients

• Tomatoes - 200 grams, diced
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 100 grams, diced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Oregano (dried) - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
2. Add the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables which promote overall health.
• High in healthy fats from olive oil and feta cheese which support heart health.

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