Whole30 Mediterranean Feta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and completely dairy-free, this Whole30 Mediterranean Feta Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for clean eating. Packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, bold red bell peppers, and briny kalamata olives, this salad bursts with Mediterranean flavors. The magic lies in the creamy almond feta cheese, which adds a luxurious, plant-based touch while keeping the dish Whole30-compliant. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and dried oregano, every bite is a harmonious balance of tangy and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for meal prep, light lunches, or a side dish at your next gathering, this salad is a delightful, healthy choice for anyone following a Whole30, vegan, or gluten-free lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.75 cup almond feta cheese
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: slice the cherry tomatoes in half, peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes, and dice the red bell pepper.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the kalamata olives.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley finely, and crumble the almond feta cheese if it is not already crumbled.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, chopped olives, and parsley.

Step 5

Add the almond feta cheese to the combined vegetables.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and gently toss everything together to ensure the salad is evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.

Step 9

Serve the salad immediately or chill for a few minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1540.6

Total Fat 139.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3523.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 440.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1794.3mg	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: 79.2%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 14.6%