Greek Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
27%
Greek Salad
45 min.
12
126kcal

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If you’re seeking a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean, look no further than this delightful Greek salad. Perfectly balancing the crunch of fresh vegetables with the creamy tang of feta cheese, it’s the ultimate side dish or snack for any occasion. Not only is this salad vegetarian and gluten-free, but it is also a celebration of wholesome ingredients that come together to create a symphony of flavors.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a generous serving for up to 12 persons, making it ideal for gatherings, picnics, or family dinners. The star components—crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs—are enhanced with a zesty dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh lemon juice. Topped with briny Gaeta olives and crumbled feta, every bite is a tantalizing experience.

This Greek salad is not only refreshing but also nourishing, offering a balanced caloric profile that satisfies without overindulgence, with only 126 calories per serving. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or light snack, it will impress your guests with its vibrant presentation and delightful taste. So grab your bowl and indulge in a taste of Greece that will transport you to sun-kissed shores with each bite!

Ingredients

  •  cucumber peeled sliced
  • 1.5 cups feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon mint leaves chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • ounces olives pitted
  • tablespoons oregano chopped
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  •  baby greens 
  • 12 servings salt and pepper freshly ground
  • medium tomatoes cored cut into wedges

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano and mint. Season with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese and olives. Toss the salad with the dressing and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein14.54%
Fat58.07%
Carbs27.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.08
Glycemic Load
1.16
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.287826123445%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.58mg
Naringenin
0.47mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:125.66kcal
6.28%
Fat:8.52g
13.11%
Saturated Fat:3.1g
19.35%
Carbohydrates:9.05g
3.02%
Net Carbohydrates:5.6g
2.04%
Sugar:4.34g
4.82%
Cholesterol:16.69mg
5.56%
Sodium:638.47mg
27.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.8g
9.61%
Vitamin A:4067.99IU
81.36%
Vitamin K:61.07µg
58.16%
Folate:91.08µg
22.77%
Vitamin C:16.35mg
19.82%
Calcium:154.3mg
15.43%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.62%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.1%
Fiber:3.45g
13.78%
Potassium:478.62mg
13.67%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.42%
Phosphorus:123.45mg
12.35%
Copper:0.19mg
9.58%
Magnesium:38.12mg
9.53%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.45%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.73%
Iron:1.41mg
7.85%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.82%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.67%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.28%
Selenium:3.28µg
4.69%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.04%
Source:My Recipes