Description
A light and refreshing Greek cucumber salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and vibrant bell peppers, all tossed in a zesty lemon and oregano dressing.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 tbsp (24 ml) minced red onion
- 3/4 tsp (3 ml) chopped fresh oregano
- 1 tbsp (15 g) lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp (7 g) olive oil
- 1/8 tsp (pinch) salt
- 2 cups (300 g) thinly sliced cucumber
- 1 cup (150 g) quartered cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (75 g) thinly sliced bell pepper strips
- Optional: chopped Kalamata olives
- Optional: crumbled feta cheese
- Optional: chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the minced red onion, chopped fresh oregano, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Mix well to create the dressing.
- Add the thinly sliced cucumber, quartered cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper strips to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
- If desired, add chopped Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese for additional flavor. You can also add chopped parsley if preferred.
- Refrigerate the salad until ready to serve. This allows the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until serving, making it perfect for picnics or parties.
- Fresh oregano is recommended for the best flavor.
- Consider adding Kalamata olives and feta cheese for a more traditional Greek taste.
- The recipe is easily adjustable to serve more people.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0