Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing tastes of the Mediterranean with this Greek Farmer’s Salad. Packed with crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and rich feta cheese, it’s a feast for the senses. Here’s how to create this culinary delight:
Ingredients:
- 1 organic lemon
- 2 red onions
- 1 clove of garlic
- 2 peppers (about 400g)
- 5 vine tomatoes (about 500g)
- 1 cucumber (about 500g)
- A few sprigs of oregano and parsley
- 200g feta cheese (45% fat in dry matter)
- 100g black olives (in oil)
- 4 tbsp cold-pressed olive oil
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of freshly ground pepper
Preparation:
- Zesty Lemon Prep: Start by washing the lemon in hot water, drying it, and finely grating its peel. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze out the juice. Set aside for a burst of citrusy flavor.
- Onion and Garlic Base: Peel the onions and garlic. Slice the onions into thin rings and finely chop the garlic, ready to infuse their flavors into the salad.
- Vegetable Crunch: Wash and core the peppers, chopping them into cubes for a sweet, crisp addition. Slice the vine tomatoes into eighths and the cucumber into quarters lengthwise, then into slices, adding a fresh, juicy crunch.
- Herbaceous Touch: Gently wash and drain oregano and parsley. Pluck the leaves and chop them finely to release their aromatic essence.
- Cheese and Olives: Drain the feta cheese and olives. Cube the feta to get that creamy, tangy bite in every forkful.
- Dressing the Salad: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and zest. This creates a fragrant dressing that will coat each ingredient beautifully.
- Bringing It All Together: Toss the onions, peppers, tomatoes, cucumber, and half of the herbs in the dressing. Add a pinch of salt and pepper for seasoning. Gently fold in the cubed feta and olives to combine.
- Final Flourish: Serve this colorful Greek Farmer’s Salad garnished with the remaining herbs, adding a final touch of freshness.
Every bite of this salad bursts with a harmony of flavors – from the zesty lemon to the robust olives and creamy feta, all balanced with the fresh crunch of garden vegetables. It’s a dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean right to your table.
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