Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Salad is a refreshing celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese come together in perfect harmony, accented by the zesty punch of lemon juice and the earthy aroma of dried oregano. Tossed in a silky extra-virgin olive oil dressing and finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil leaves, this no-cook, 15-minute recipe is as quick as it is delicious. Ideal as a light lunch, side dish, or party appetizer, this salad offers a taste of the Mediterranean in every bite—perfect for those craving a healthy, flavorful dish that's easy to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 100 grams kalamata olives
• 0.5 small red onion
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then cut into thin slices. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Pit the kalamata olives if necessary and slice them in half. Add to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely slice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese into the salad bowl over the other ingredients.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients well.

Step 8

Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and toss lightly again.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing accompaniment to your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(756.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	875.8

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 89mg	0%
Sodium 3609.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 690.5mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1080.5mg	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: 76.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 15.5%