Description
Hearty Almond Greek Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that transports you straight to the Mediterranean with every bite. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy roasted almonds, this salad is not just a side; it’s the highlight of any meal. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy indoor dinners, it brings together flavors and colors that will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup English cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup roasted almonds (unsalted)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for five minutes to reduce sharpness.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with crumbled feta cheese and roasted almonds. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste for seasoning.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad right before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg