Greek Salad by Ina Garten (Barefoot Contessa)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
A delicious and healthy Greek Salad recipe by Ina Garten (Barefoot Contessa)
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Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 hothouse cucumber , unpeeled , seeded , and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper , large-diced
1 yellow bell pepper , large-diced
1 pint grape tomatoes , halved
1/2 red onion , sliced in half-rounds
1/2 lb feta cheese , 1/2-inch diced ( not crumbled )
1/2 cup kalamata olive , pitted
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
400
Sugar
7g
Fat
36g
Greek Salad is a classic Mediterranean dish that is easy to make and bursting with flavors. This recipe by Ina Garten (Barefoot Contessa) takes the traditional recipe up a notch with the addition of Dijon mustard and minced garlic in the dressing. The colorful combination of fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and briny kalamata olives make for a delicious and nutritious salad that can be served as a side dish or a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers, grape tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
2.Add the diced feta cheese and pitted kalamata olives.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, and black pepper.
4.Slowly add in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
5.Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated. Serve chilled.

PROS

This Greek Salad is loaded with fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and protein from the feta cheese and kalamata olives.

It is a perfect meal for anyone who is vegetarian or looking for a healthy lunch or dinner option.

CONS

The feta cheese and kalamata olives can make this salad quite salty, so it may not be suitable for people who are trying to reduce their sodium intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Greek Salad is an excellent source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium.
The combination of vegetables, feta cheese, and kalamata olives provide a balanced amount of healthy fats.
The garlic, oregano, and red wine vinegar in the dressing also offer anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits.

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