Vegan Greek Salad with Feta

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Vegan Greek Salad with Feta is a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, and the vibrant crunch of green bell peppers and red onions, this salad is elevated with homemade tofu-based vegan feta cheese. The feta is marinated in zesty lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder, offering a savory, cheesy bite that perfectly complements the garden-fresh veggies. Tossed in a simple yet bold dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for healthy lunches, potlucks, or light dinners. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with authentic Greek flavors, this vegan salad is as delicious as it is nutritious. Serve it fresh and let the vibrant flavors transport you to the Mediterranean!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 250g block of firm tofu
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegan feta. Drain and press the tofu to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Cut the tofu into small cubes. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt to create a marinade.

Step 3

Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the salad.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber if desired. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise and then into thick half-moons.

Step 5

Cut the tomatoes into wedges. If they are particularly juicy, you may wish to remove some seeds.

Step 6

Thinly slice the green bell pepper and red onion.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 11

Add the marinated tofu feta to the salad, folding it in gently to avoid breaking the pieces.

Step 12

Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 13

Serve the salad fresh, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1610.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1421.0

Total Fat 110.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2692.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1162.3mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2934.5mg	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: 67.9%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 19.8%