classic Greek Salad

Here’s a simple recipe for a classic Greek Salad:

Ingredients:

• 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 cucumber, sliced into half-moons
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional, but adds color)
• 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, cut into blocks
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper (if using).
2. Add Feta & Olives: Add the feta cheese blocks on top of the vegetables. Scatter the olives around the salad.
3. Season the Salad: Sprinkle the dried oregano over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar.
5. Toss & Serve: Gently toss the salad just before serving, making sure not to break up the feta too much.

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, delicious Greek Salad!