Greek Salad With A Creamy Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This Greek salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that combines crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a creamy yogurt dressing. The salad is packed with flavors from juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, briny olives, and aromatic herbs like oregano and parsley. The creamy yogurt dressing adds a tangy and refreshing element to the salad, making it a perfect side dish or light lunch. It's easy to make and can be served as a standalone meal or as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.

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Ingredients for Greek Salad With A Creamy Yogurt Dressing Recipe

  • 1 Large Tomatoes, Chopped
  • 1/2 Cucumber, Chopped
  • 1/4 Ed Onion, Thinly Sliced
  • 1/2 cup Pitted Kalamata Olives
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as required Fresh Parsley For Garnish

Directions: Greek Salad With A Creamy Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Start by preparing the vegetables. Wash and chop the tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with pitted Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
  • STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the creamy dressing.
  • STEP 4.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
  • STEP 5.Garnish the salad with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chopped red onion in lemon juice for 10 minutes before adding it to the salad.
  • You can add other ingredients like bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or capers to customize the salad to your liking.
  • To make it a complete meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the salad for added protein.

Storage and Serving

  • This Greek salad is best served immediately to enjoy its freshness and crunchiness.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Before serving leftover salad, give it a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
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660
calories per serving
38 g Fat23 g Protein94 g Carbs9 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    38g
  • Protein
    23g
  • Carbs
    94g
  • Fiber
    9g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    94g
  • Protein
    23g
  • Fiber
    9g

Fats

  • Fat
    38g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    336mg
  • Iron
    10mg
  • Vitamin A
    3859mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    120mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    46mg
  • Vitamin E
    5mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    208mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    412mg
  • Selenium
    26mcg
  • Zinc
    4mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp