Low Fat Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad

Brighten up your plate with this Low Fat Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad—an irresistible medley of vibrant vegetables, tangy low-fat feta, and zesty lemon dressing. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, combines crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp bell pepper, and briny Kalamata olives for a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Fresh parsley and a sprinkle of oregano elevate the dish, while the light yet creamy feta ensures it’s both wholesome and satisfying. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light main, this low-fat, nutrient-packed salad is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and let the bold flavors transport you to the Mediterranean coast!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 small Green bell pepper
• 50 grams Kalamata olives
• 100 grams Low-fat feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1.5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all fresh produce thoroughly.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if desired, and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

Deseed and chop the green bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 6

Pit and halve the Kalamata olives if needed.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and olives.

Step 8

Crumble the low-fat feta cheese over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 9

Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 12

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 13

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1009.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	653.4

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 53.6mg	0%
Sodium 2542.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 28.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 688.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1606.7mg	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: 57.8%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 26.0%