The Ultimate Summer Salad
A refreshing salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining fresh vegetables, feta, and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano more for sprinkling
- ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 number English cucumber, sliced cut lengthwise and seeded
- 1 number green bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 5 ounces feta cheese, cubed cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives
- ⅓ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- On a large platter, arrange cucumber, green pepper, cherry tomatoes, feta, red onion, and olives. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
- Sprinkle with oregano and top with mint leaves. Season to taste and serve.
Notes
This salad is perfect for gatherings and can be customized with your favorite summer vegetables.