Description
A stunning layered Greek salad featuring fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, served as a vertical tower.
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 8 oz block of feta cheese, sliced into 1/4-inch slabs
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Layer the salad: On a serving plate, start with a slice of tomato, then a slice of cucumber, a slice of red onion, a few olive halves, and a slice of feta cheese. Repeat the layers, pressing gently to keep the tower stable. End with a layer of feta on top.
- Drizzle the dressing evenly over the tower and allow it to seep down through the layers.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. Add a sprinkle of sumac or a pinch of black pepper for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Greek