Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing
Get ready to transport yourself to the sunny shores of Greece with this refreshing and vibrant Greek salad recipe! Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cucumbers, tangy Greek olives, and creamy feta cheese come together in perfect harmony, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this salad is not only light and fresh, but also a breeze to whip up, making it the ideal dish for busy weeknights or entertaining friends and family.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- 1 clove garlic (mined)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the salad:
- 1 red onion (sliced thin)
- 1 English cucumber (sliced thin and cut in half)
- 8 cups romaine lettuce (torn into pieces)
- 2 tomatoes (ripened, cut into bite size wedges)
- 6 ounce roasted red peppers (jarred, cut into 2 inch strips)
- ¼ cup parsley leaves (fresh, diced)
- ¼ cup mint (fresh, diced)
- 1 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
- For the dressing:
- Place oil, vinegar, oregano, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper into a small jar with a lid and shake until combined.
- For the salad:
- Add sliced onions and cucumbers into a large bowl and pour some of the dressing over the top. Reserve the rest for the salad. Mix until coated and let sit for 20 minutes. Add mint and parsley and stir to combine.
- To the cucumber mixture, add the torn lettuce, tomatoes and peppers. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with olives and feta and reserved dressing.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- To make the salad in advance, you can marinate the cucumbers and onion in the dressing ahead of time, up to 8 hours or overnight. When you’re ready to serve, chop the tomato and lettuce and then toss everything together.
- Adjust the amount of dressing according to your taste – start with a little and add more if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 1230mg | Potassium: 464mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 6490IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 2mg
