About the dish:
Greek Village Salad, also known as Horiatiki salad, is a classic and refreshing dish that showcases the flavors of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy feta cheese. This salad is a staple in Greek cuisine and is perfect for summer or as a side dish to complement various main courses. Here's a recipe to make Greek Village Salad:
Recipe:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced green bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Add the Kalamata olives to the bowl. You can leave them whole or pit them and cut them in half if desired.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Be mindful of the saltiness of the feta cheese and olives.
- Gently toss the ingredients together to mix them well.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad, using about a 3:1 ratio (3 parts olive oil to 1 part vinegar). Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference.
- Garnish the Greek Village Salad with fresh oregano leaves or sprinkle dried oregano on top for an extra touch of flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately, allowing the flavors to meld together. It's best enjoyed at room temperature.
