Chopped Greek Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Chopped Greek Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette is a colorful medley of crisp veggies, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, all brought together by a zesty homemade dressing. Featuring a perfectly balanced shallot vinaigrette made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, this salad is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal dish for a light lunch, vibrant side, or refreshing appetizer. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor and a taste of Greece in every bite! Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight meals, this salad is a must-try for fans of Greek cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 medium Shallot, minced
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all fresh produce.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.

Step 4

Dice the red bell pepper and finely slice the red onion.

Step 5

Slice the Kalamata olives in half, if desired.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 7

To make the vinaigrette, combine the minced shallot, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, honey, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 8

Whisk or shake the vinaigrette ingredients vigorously until well emulsified.

Step 9

Pour the shallot vinaigrette over the salad mixture in the large bowl.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently to combine and evenly coat with the dressing.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 12

Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1381.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1555.0

Total Fat 128.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 150.0mg	0%
Sodium 4689.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.4g
Protein 35.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1242.7mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2450.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 18.2%