Greek Summer Salad Anamikti Salata

Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Greek Summer Salad (Anamikti Salata) is a refreshing, no-cook dish perfect for warm-weather dining. This classic Greek recipe features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onion, sweet green bell pepper, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a sprinkle of aromatic dried oregano. Finished with a generous block of creamy feta cheese and a touch of seasoning, this salad is a celebration of fresh and wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal as a light lunch, a crowd-pleasing side dish, or a companion to grilled meats and seafood. Pair it with crusty bread for a truly authentic taste of Greece! Keywords: Greek salad, summer salad, Anamikti Salata, Mediterranean recipe, easy salad recipe, feta cheese salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 cup Kalamata olives
• 200 grams Feta cheese (block style)
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if the skin is thick, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons depending on its size.

Step 3

Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks, removing the core if necessary.

Step 4

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into semi-circles.

Step 5

Core and deseed the green bell pepper, then slice it into thin rings or strips.

Step 6

Place the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green bell pepper in a large mixing bowl.

Step 7

Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl, ensuring they are pitted if necessary.

Step 8

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables.

Step 9

Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper evenly over the salad.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently with tongs or your hands to combine the ingredients without breaking them up too much.

Step 11

Transfer the salad to a serving dish or bowl.

Step 12

Place the block of feta cheese on top of the salad, or crumble it if you prefer smaller pieces.

Step 13

Drizzle a little more olive oil over the feta and sprinkle a pinch of oregano on top for presentation.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your Greek Summer Salad with crusty bread or as a side to grilled meats or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1506.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1824.5

Total Fat 161.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 178.6mg	0%
Sodium 6319.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1378.4mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2023.7mg	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: 77.5%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 14.6%