- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“The authentic Greek salad is fresh and tasty, perfect for seasoning the table with simple and healthy ingredients.”
What you need to know
['- Combination of tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion for a crunchy flavor', '- Crumbled feta cheese provides texture and intense flavor', '- Lemon juice and olive oil finish the flavor', '- Ideal as an appetizer or main dish', '- Should be served after 5 minutes of resting to avoid breaking the feta cheese']
Ingredients
Main
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 Japanese cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 150g of feta cheese, crumbled
- Olive oil to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In a salad bowl, mix the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir delicately so as not to break the feta cheese.
- Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer or main course.
Chef's tips
['- Use ripe tomatoes to get the best flavor', '- Chopping the ingredients uniformly ensures a pleasant texture', '- Season with lemon juice and olive oil before adding the feta cheese']
Variations
['- Add fresh arugula for a green touch', '- Use canned tuna for an extra filling', '- Mix in canned hearts of palm for a savory flavor']
Substitutions
['- You can replace the Japanese cucumber with green cucumber', '- Feta cheese can be swapped for buffalo mozzarella', '- Using lemon will give a unique flavor to the salad']
How to store
Greek salad should be served immediately after preparation, as the ingredients can lose their texture and flavor if kept for too long.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze the Greek salad, as the ingredients may separate when thawing.
What to serve with
Serves well with pita bread or Greek bread to absorb the flavors of the salad.
Frequently asked questions
How can I vary the flavor of the Greek salad?
Add canned hearts of palm or canned tuna for a saltier flavor, or include arugula for a green touch.
Can I freeze Greek salad?
It is not recommended, as the ingredients can disintegrate when thawing. Best served immediately after preparation.
Can feta cheese be replaced by another type of cheese?
Yes, it can be replaced by buffalo mozzarella or gorgonzola, depending on the desired flavor.
Can I make the Greek salad a day before serving?
We do not recommend it, as the ingredients may lose flavor and texture after preparation.
You might also like
