Peasant Salad from Cyprus Choriatiki

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this authentic Peasant Salad from Cyprus, also known as Choriatiki. Bursting with freshness, this no-cook recipe combines ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onions, and green bell peppers, all tossed with briny black olives and creamy feta cheese. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, flavored with aromatic oregano, brings the ingredients together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes, this traditional Cypriot salad is the ideal addition to your summer table—serve it as a light appetizer, a colorful side dish, or pair it with warm crusty bread for a simple yet satisfying meal. Perfect for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts, this healthy and gluten-free dish celebrates rustic simplicity at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 100 grams black olives
• 150 grams feta cheese
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into irregular chunks (about 1-inch pieces) and transfer them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, and slice it lengthwise. Cut each half into thick half-moons, then add to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel the red onion, cut it in half, and then slice it thinly into half rings. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Core and deseed the green bell pepper. Slice it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces and toss into the salad bowl.

Step 6

Add the black olives to the bowl. If they have pits, leave them whole or remove the pits if desired.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into small cubes (about 1/2 inch) or crumble it with your hands. Gently scatter the feta over the top of the salad.

Step 8

In a small jar or bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk or shake the dressing until emulsified.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.

Step 10

Give the salad a gentle toss to combine all the ingredients. Be careful not to break the feta cubes too much.

Step 11

If using parsley for garnish, chop it finely and sprinkle it over the salad before serving.

Step 12

Serve the salad immediately, accompanied by warm bread or your favorite main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1503.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1230.2

Total Fat 101.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 133.5mg	0%
Sodium 3668.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 32.1g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1001.9mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2361.9mg	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: 70.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 20.0%