Greek salad enhanced with lemon and oregano flavor.

Refreshing Greek Salad with Zesty Lemon and Fragrant Oregano

This vibrant Greek salad is perfect for warm days and makes an excellent side dish or a light meal. With its colorful ingredients and fresh flavors, it serves 2 as a hearty meal or 4 as a delightful starter.

Ingredient List

• 1/2 a large, seedless English cucumber (approximately 6 to 7 ounces), diced
• 1/2 a green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup (around 6 ounces) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives (optional, can be served on the side)
• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, cut in half
• 2 to 3 ounces feta cheese (Bulgarian or French preferred), cut into thick slices
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, adjust to taste
• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 sprig of fresh oregano, minced

Preparation Instructions

Begin by combining the cucumbers, bell pepper, tomatoes, olives, and red onion in a shallow bowl or deep plate. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the mixture to enhance the flavors. Carefully layer the feta cheese slices on top. Drizzle with olive oil and add a pinch of salt, black pepper, and fresh oregano. For an extra zesty kick, serve each portion with a slice of lemon on the side and let diners adjust the acidity to their liking.

Cooking Tips

If the raw onion's flavor is overwhelming, consider squeezing lemon juice directly on the sliced onions and letting them sit for a while. This will soften the sharpness and impart a milder taste, making your salad even more enjoyable!