Description
Nigella Greek Salad is a refreshing mix of crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and briny olives, all brought together with a simple yet flavorful dressing
Ingredients
- Tomatoes: Ripe and juicy, preferably vine-ripened.
- Cucumbers: Crisp and cool, to add crunch.
- Red Onion: Adds a sharp, tangy bite.
- Green Bell Pepper: For a touch of sweetness and color.
- Black Olives: Briny and bold, use Kalamata if possible.
- Feta Cheese: Creamy and crumbly, the star of the salad.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Rich and robust for the dressing.
- Red Wine Vinegar: Adds acidity and balance.
- Oregano: Dried or fresh, for that authentic Greek flavor.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste, enhancing all the flavors.
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the Onion: Thinly slice the red onion for a subtle yet sharp flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper, and onion.
- Add Olives and Feta: Stir in the black olives and crumble the feta cheese over the salad.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, and give it one final mix.