Greek Salad: Master the art of making a classic Greek salad with fresh and simple ingredients.

1. The Perfect Greek Salad Ingredients

To make the perfect Greek salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Fresh tomatoes
Crunchy cucumbers
Crisp red onions
Green peppers
Romaine lettuce (optional)
Savory olives
Crumbled feta cheese

2. Homemade Greek Salad Dressing

The dressing is a key component of a Greek salad. Here’s a simple recipe for homemade Greek salad dressing:

½ cup Olive oil
¼ cup Lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried Oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

3. Preparing the Salad

Now that you have gathered all the ingredients, it’s time to assemble your Greek salad:

1. Chop the romaine lettuce (if using) and place it in a large bowl.
2. Slice the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and green peppers into bite-sized pieces.
3. Add the sliced vegetables to the bowl with the lettuce.
4. Toss in the olives and crumbled feta cheese.
5. Drizzle the homemade Greek salad dressing over the salad.
6. Gently toss everything together to ensure that the dressing coats all the ingredients.
7. Optional Additions

While the classic Greek salad recipe includes the ingredients mentioned above, you can also add your own twist to the salad. Here are some optional additions:

• Grilled souvlaki chicken skewers for added protein.
• Artichoke hearts for a Mediterranean touch.
• Pita chips for a crunchy texture.
• Chickpeas for a vegetarian protein option.

5. Serving and Enjoying

Once your Greek salad is ready, it’s time to serve and enjoy it.
Serve the salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light and refreshing main course.
Pair it with some crusty bread or pita for a complete meal.
Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for an extra burst of flavour.

Tips:

1. Soak the sliced onions in a solution of iced water mixed with vinegar for a bit before adding them to the salad to take the edge off
2. Use Greek kalamata olives if possible, but black olives will work as well
3. Choose firm and smooth looking green bell pepper
4. This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but if you have any leftovers, store it in a tight lid container in the fridge for up to 2 days
5. You can serve this salad as a side for just about any of your summer favourites, like grilled chicken or grilled fish

Once your Greek salad is ready, it’s time to serve and enjoy it!