Quick, Easy, and Authentic Mediterranean Flavor (Greek salad)

Ingredients (Serves 4):
Tomatoes: 4 (diced or wedged)
Cucumber: 4 (sliced or diced)
Red onion: 1.5 small (thinly sliced)
Green bell pepper: 0.5 (cut into thin strips or cubes)
Black olives or Kalamata olives: 8 -15
Feta cheese: 100g (cubed or sliced)
Extra virgin olive oil: 3-4 tablespoons
Fresh lemon juice or balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon (Optional)
Salt and black pepper: to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the vegetables:
Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper to your desired size.
Remove the pits from the olives if needed or leave them whole.
Combine the ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix the chopped vegetables together.
Add the feta cheese on top (either cubed or as a large block).
Make and add the dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad.
Garnish and serve:
Garnish the salad with a few extra olives or fresh oregano leaves if desired.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
Tips:
If the raw onion flavor is too strong, soak the slices in cold water for a few minutes to mellow the taste.
Pair this salad with some pita bread or crusty baguette for a complete meal.
Enjoy your delicious Greek Salad! 😊