The Ultimate Greek Salad Recipe
A refreshing and healthy Greek salad made with fresh vegetables and a homemade vegan feta. Perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: Greek
- Course: Salad
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Tags: Greek, Salad, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean
Nutritional Values
This Greek salad is rich in healthy fats from olive oil, and packed with fresh vegetables, providing antioxidants and fiber. The homemade vegan feta adds a protein boost while keeping the dish plant-based.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 22 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | -- | |
| Total Carbohydrate | -- | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 5 g | -- |
| Protein | 4 g | -- |
Ingredients
2 ounces (55g) red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup (60ml) red wine vinegar; 12 ounces (340g) mixed ripe tomatoes, cut into slices and chunks; 12 ounces cucumber (340g), peeled and sliced; 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata or other briny black olives; 1/2 cup (120ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Kosher or sea salt; 2 big pinches dried Greek or Mediterranean oregano, divided; 4 ounces (115g) homemade vegan feta.
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced red onion and red wine vinegar. Let it sit for 10 minutes to mellow the onion's flavor. 2. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, olives, olive oil, salt, and oregano to the bowl. Toss gently to combine. 3. Gently fold in the homemade vegan feta. 4. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with more oregano if desired. Serve immediately.
Internal Recipes
- Homemade Vegan Feta (Health Score: )
External Recipes
- The Best Greek Salad With Homemade Feta (Health Score: 85)
Allergens
Soy
HealthScore: 80
The health score reflects the use of fresh, whole ingredients and healthy fats, with a slight reduction due to the olive oil content.