Description
Greek salsa is a delightful and vibrant dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. This refreshing mix of fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese creates a burst of taste that is both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and dicing the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and chopped Kalamata olives in a large mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture, then sprinkle in dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently to combine all ingredients without mashing them.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve in a rustic bowl with pita chips or as a topping for grilled meats or fish.
Notes
- Feel free to add optional ingredients like garlic, red pepper flakes, or diced bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- For a vegan version, substitute feta cheese with crumbled tofu or a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Greek salsa, Mediterranean dip, fresh salsa, healthy appetizer