How to Make Horiatiki Salata (Hearty Greek Salad)

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Lower in calories and fat, or more budget-friendly.

Cut the cores out of the tomatoes and slice them into half-inch thick wedges.

Toss the tomatoes with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

Cut the English cucumber into quarters and then into three-quarters of an inch pieces.

Remove the top and bottom of the green bell pepper, slice it down the side, remove the seeds, and cut into two-inch by half-inch pieces.

Slice half of a red onion thinly and soak it in ice water for 15 minutes to remove harsh flavors.

In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.75 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of pepper.

Combine the drained tomatoes, cucumbers, green bell pepper, and red onion in a large bowl.

Add 1 cup of Kalamata olives and 2 tablespoons of rinsed capers to the bowl.

Drizzle the vinegar mixture over the salad and add 0.25 cup of extra virgin olive oil.

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients.

Cut 8 ounces of feta cheese into triangles and sprinkle it over the salad with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and some dried oregano.

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