Description
A vibrant and refreshing Greek salad featuring layers of feta, tomatoes, and onions, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (8 oz) feta cheese, cut into cubes
- 3 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced into rings
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup green or Kalamata olives
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by slicing the tomatoes into thick rounds. Cut the feta cheese into bite-sized cubes. Slice the red onion into rings. Chop the fresh parsley.
- Assemble the Salad Tower: On a serving plate, layer the ingredients by stacking alternating layers of feta cubes, tomato slices, and red onion rings. Keep stacking until all ingredients are used, making sure it is stable.
- Season & Garnish: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the salad. Sprinkle dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) on top. Add the chopped parsley generously on the salad.
- Add the Olives & Serve: Arrange green or Kalamata olives around the base of the salad. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Notes
Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust the layers based on your preference. For extra crunch, add cucumbers or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Greek salad, appetizer, Mediterranean, feta cheese, healthy salad