A Blend of Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Onions and Peppers. Dressed with my version of a Greek Dressing or Simply Olive Oil and a Squeeze of Lemon Juice. Maybe with some Sumac and Marjoram also known as Greek Oregano. Either way, this dish will definitely make your Belly Smile.Increase or decrease the Vegetables according to your taste.
Servings: 3 portions
Equipment
- 1 Salad Bowl
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 C Tomatoes - or about 3 Medium Tomatoes or more
- 1 C Bell Pepper - or about 1/2 a Medium Bell Pepper
- 1 C Cucumber - or about 1/2 a Cucumber
- 1 C Red Onion - or about 1/2 a Large Red Onion
- 200 g Feta Cheese - Sliced into 1/2 inch block or Cubed
- Kalamata Olives - optional
Dressing
- 1 C Olive Oil
- 5 Tbl Red Wine Vinegar
- 3 Tbl Sugar
- 1 Tbl JAH Greek Seasoning - or Cavender's
- 1 Tbl Lemon Juice
- As Desired Oregano
Instructions
- Combine the Dressing Ingredients together and whisk well. Set aside. Wash & Prepare the Vegetables.
- Tomatoes: Slice the Tomatoes in half and then place cut side down to slice in half again and then at a 45-degree angle on both sides to make wedges. Optionally remove the core with seeds and slice the wedges in half if they are large.
- Cucumbers: Partially peel half a cucumber and slice in half lengthwise. Optionally remove the seeds. Slice into desired thickness.
- Red Onions: Chop both ends off and slice the onion in half. Remove the skin and slice thinly.
- Bell Peppers: Remove the core and white membrane and slice thinly. Optionally slice in half for shorter strips.
- Feta Cheese: Slice the Block of Feta Cheese into about 1/2 inch Block to serve on top of the Salad per person, or Cube the Feta Cheese to gently toss with the Salad or place on top of the Salad.
- Garnish the Salad with Oregano or Marjoram and pour the desired amount of Dressing over top to serve.