Khoriatiki Salata Country Salad

Transport your taste buds straight to the sunny Mediterranean with this authentic Khoriatiki Salata, or Country Salad! This vibrant Greek salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients, featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red onion, and tangy green bell pepper. Briny Kalamata olives and creamy cubes of feta cheese add layers of rich, salty flavor, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar ties everything together with a bright, zesty finish. Aromatic dried oregano completes this traditional dish, bringing that signature Greek flair to every bite. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, satisfying main course, this 15-minute classic pairs beautifully with crusty bread or your favorite Mediterranean meals. Fresh, flavorful, and effortlessly healthy, it's a must-try for fans of Greek cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium (ripe) Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 20 pieces Kalamata olives
• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 15 ml Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, if desired, and slice it into thick rounds or half-moons, then add to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Separate the slices into rings before adding them to the salad.

Step 5

Core and slice the green bell pepper into thin strips and add it to the bowl.

Step 6

Add the Kalamata olives to the salad, evenly distributing them throughout.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into large cubes or slices and place them on top of the salad.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper on top of the salad for flavor.

Step 10

Gently toss the salad, making sure not to break the feta cheese too much. Alternatively, leave the feta on top for a more traditional presentation.

Step 11

Serve immediately with fresh bread or as a side to your favorite Greek dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1502.9

Total Fat 125.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 178mg	0%
Sodium 4638.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 38.1g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1252.1mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2349.7mg	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: 72.4%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 17.8%