Hey, Lighten up Greek Salad

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Hey, Lighten up Greek Salad recipe for your healthy lunch
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Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 medium purple onion , chopped
1 lemon , juiced ( optional )
2 cucumbers , half peel , seeded , and chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
1 pint grape tomatoes , half if they are small and quartered if large
1 green pepper , chopped , same size as cucumbers
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt and pepper , to taste
2 ounces feta cheese , crumble
1/4 cup kalamata olive ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
206
Sugar
5g
Fat
19g
The Greek Salad is a popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine. It is a healthy and refreshing salad that is easy to make and versatile. It usually consists of chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and feta cheese, dressed in olive oil, vinegar, and herbs. This recipe puts a light twist on the traditional Greek Salad by using less onion and adding green pepper instead. The salad is perfect for people who are looking for a healthy lunch or dinner option. It is also great for people who want to eat more vegetables and reduce their calorie intake.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix chopped onion, half lemon juice, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, green pepper, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
2.Toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined.
3.Add the crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives to the salad, mix well.
4.Chill the salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

This Greek Salad is easy to make, tasty, and nutritious.

It is full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and healthy fats.

You can make it low-calorie by reducing the amount of feta cheese and olives.

It is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish with grilled meats or fish.

CONS

This Greek Salad may not be suitable for people who have allergies to dairy or olive.

It is not advisable to leave the salad at room temperature for too long as the taste may change.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Greek Salad is packed with many health benefits. The cucumbers are great for hydration, digestion, and skin health.
The tomatoes contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect against cancer, heart disease, and inflammation.
The green pepper is rich in vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and protects against infections.
The feta cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and phosphorus.
And the olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats that improve heart health and reduce inflammation.

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