Whole30 Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad

This vibrant Whole30 Mediterranean Feta Cheese Salad is a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic, made entirely without dairy while keeping all the bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors you love. Crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, tangy Kalamata olives, and aromatic herbs like parsley come together in this colorful, nutrient-packed dish. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and oregano, this salad is as simple as it is satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect side dish or light lunch for those adhering to Whole30 guidelines or anyone seeking a wholesome, dairy-free Mediterranean delight. Serve it fresh to let the vibrant flavors shine!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.75 cup Kalamata olives
• 1 large Bell pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 small Garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds using a spoon. Slice each half into thin half-moons.

Step 2

Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

Slice the red onion thinly into half-moons.

Step 4

Core the bell pepper and slice it into thin strips.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh parsley.

Step 6

Combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, olives, and parsley in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Make the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 9

Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld, then serve fresh at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1000.0

Total Fat 88.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3339.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 7.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337.0mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1750.2mg	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: 75.9%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 21.1%