Greek Salad (modified Version) Recipe

Name: Greek Salad (modified Version)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: cherry tomatoes: 150g; black olives: 50g; cubed feta cheese: 50g; arugula leaves: 40g

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This dish is a delightful take on the classic Greek salad, focusing on a selection of fresh, colorful, and flavorful ingredients to create a visually appealing and nutritious meal. Featuring cherry tomatoes, black olives, cubed feta cheese, and arugula leaves, it strikes a wonderful balance between tangy, savory, and peppery flavors. While it might resemble a traditional Greek salad, it has its unique twist by potentially excluding some standard components like cucumbers and red onions. However, this salad still captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with its simple yet bold ingredients.

🌎 Mediterranean: Salad

🔥 Calories 300kcal
🍗 Protein 7g
🍚 Carbs 10g
🧈 Fat 20g

🥗 Ingredients:

cherry tomatoes (150g)
black olives (50g)
cubed feta cheese (50g)
arugula leaves (40g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 0 minutesPreperation Time: 15 minutes

Greek Salad Variant

1. Begin by washing all the fresh produce thoroughly under running water. 2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, ensuring they are bite-sized and easy to eat. 3. If not already pitted, remove the pits from the black olives and then slice them according to preference. 4. Cube the feta cheese into bite-sized pieces, being careful not to crumble it excessively. 5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, and cubed feta cheese. 6. For dressing (if used), whisk together a blend of olive oil, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust the ingredients according to taste. 7. Gently toss the salad with the dressing to evenly coat all the ingredients. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

The salad offers a mix of essential nutrients beneficial for a healthy diet. The tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, potassium, and folate; the black olives contribute healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated fats; feta cheese provides a good source of calcium and protein; and arugula adds vitamins A, C, and K, along with calcium and iron. This combination makes for a meal that's not only flavorful but also packed with nutritional benefits.