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Fresh Horiatiki Greek Village Salad Recipe with Barrel Aged Feta

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A simple, refreshing Greek salad featuring fresh vegetables and creamy barrel aged feta, perfect for quick lunches or festive dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced into half-moons
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced into rings
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 150g (5 oz) barrel aged feta cheese, cut into large chunks
  • Fresh oregano leaves, a handful (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into wedges about 1 to 1.5 inches in size.
  2. Peel the cucumber and slice it into half-moons roughly 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Slice the red onion thinly; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if a milder taste is desired, then drain well.
  4. Remove seeds from the green bell pepper and slice into thin rings or strips about 1/4 inch thick.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green pepper, and Kalamata olives using a wooden spoon or salad tongs.
  6. Cut the barrel aged feta into large chunks about 1/2 inch cubes or bigger and place on top of the salad without mixing in.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Season with salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
  8. Pour the dressing evenly over the salad and feta. Sprinkle fresh oregano leaves on top if using. Avoid tossing vigorously.
  9. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow flavors to meld and feta to soften slightly.

Notes

Use the freshest tomatoes possible for best flavor. Soak red onion slices in cold water for milder taste. Avoid pre-crumbled feta to maintain creaminess. Whisk dressing well to emulsify. Toss salad gently to keep ingredients distinct. Salad can be prepped ahead by slicing veggies separately and adding dressing and feta just before serving.

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Keywords: Greek salad, Horiatiki, barrel aged feta, fresh vegetables, easy salad, Mediterranean, healthy salad

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