Shepherd's Salad Turkey

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Shepherd's Salad Turkey is a vibrant medley of crisp vegetables and fresh herbs brought to life with a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This Turkish-inspired dish features juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and tangy red onions, all crowned with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for an herby finish. The optional addition of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, salty kick, making it the perfect complement to this simple yet flavor-packed salad. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this healthy recipe is an ideal side dish or light appetizer that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or warm pita bread. Whether served fresh or chilled to let the flavors meld, this easy Shepherd's Salad is a must-try for fans of wholesome, Mediterranean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 small bunch Parsley
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cups Feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired (especially if the skin is thick or waxy) and dice it into small cubes. Add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core from the bell pepper, then dice it into small pieces. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion (or finely chop, if preferred) and add it to the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 6

Chop the parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and gently toss everything together to combine evenly.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or appetizer, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1372.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	955.2

Total Fat 70.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2598.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 830.8mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2510.9mg	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: 64.0%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 24.7%