Description
Dive into the vibrant world of Greek salad with lettuce, where crisp romaine meets juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy feta for a delightful flavor explosion. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal on warm days. Every bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients that not only looks beautiful but also tastes incredible. Enjoy it as a side or make it the star of your meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water if needed to reduce sharpness.
- In a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; sprinkle oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Toss gently until well-coated and serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg