Spicy Feta Dip Salad

This Spicy Feta Dip Salad combines the creaminess of spicy feta with fresh, crunchy vegetables for a delightful twist on the classic Greek salad. Packed with protein and flavor, it's perfect for a light meal or a satisfying side dish.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 150 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, red chili flakes, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mash with a fork until well combined and creamy.
2. In a separate large bowl, add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, and Kalamata olives.
3. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice over the vegetable mixture, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
4. Spoon the spicy feta dip over the salad and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
5. Serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from feta cheese and Greek yogurt, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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