Horiatiki (Greek Villagers Salad)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Horiatiki (Greek Villagers Salad) Recipe
in Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

3 large firm tomatoes
1 large red onion , peeled , halved , and thinly sliced
1 medium cucumber , peeled , seeded and cut into 1/8-inch rounds
2 green bell peppers , seeded and cut into rings
1 teaspoon oregano
5 tablespoons kalamata olives
4 tablespoons olive oil
salt
1/3 lb feta cheese , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
210
Sugar
4g
Fat
20g
Horiatiki (Greek Villagers Salad) is a famous and traditional Greek salad, originating from the Greek countryside. This salad is also known as the Greek Salad and is very popular all around the world. It is full of healthy ingredients and is simple to prepare, making it a perfect side dish for any meal. The vegetables in this salad are seasoned with salt, oregano, and olive oil, which make this dish colorful and flavorful. It is often served with bread and wine, and makes a perfect meal for a hot summer day. This salad has become a global favorite and continues to be enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds.

Instructions

1.Cut the tomatoes through their cores into six wedges each, and add them to a large salad bowl.
2.Add thinly sliced onions into the bowl.
3.Peel and thinly slice cucumbers and add them to the salad bowl.
4.Cut the tops off the peppers, cut them in half, remove the seeds and cut them into rings.
5.Add salt and oregano to the salad bowl, and toss everything together.
6.Add olive oil to the salad and mix again, gently.
7.Add the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese, mix gently. Serve chilled.

PROS

Horiatiki salad is high in vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, which makes it a great and low-calorie food for weight loss.

This salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare.

CONS

The combination of feta cheese and olives can be too salty for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The ingredients in the salad have multiple health benefits.
The tomatoes are a good source of vitamins, especially vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
Onions provide vitamins C and B6, as well as dietary fiber and antioxidants.
Cucumbers contain vitamin K and potassium.
Green bell peppers are a great source of vitamins C and E, as well as antioxidants.
Kalamata olives are rich in monounsaturated fats and polyphenols, which have anti-inflammatory effects.
Feta cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, which are important for strong bones and muscles.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.