LunchSide DishSalad

Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

Name: Greek Salad (Horiatiki)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 adag
Cuisine: greek
Ingredients: 1 db cucumber peeled and sliced; 3 db tomato cut into wedges; 0,5 db red onion thinly sliced; 1 db green bell pepper cored and sliced; 0,5 csésze kalamata olive pitted; 150 g feta cheese in a block; 4 ek. extra virgin olive oil; 1 tk. dried oregano; 0,5 tk. salt; 0,25 tk. black pepper freshly ground

Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this authentic Horiatiki salad, a refreshing medley of crisp vegetables, briny Kalamata olives, and a generous slab of creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with robust extra virgin olive oil and fragrant oregano, this simple yet elegant salad is a perfect light meal or a bright accompaniment to any Mediterranean feast.

Forkin eredeti receptje

Teljes idő: 15 p
Adag: 4
Nehézség: Könnyű
Adagonként: 298 kcal

VegetáriánusGluténmentes

Allergéninformáció: a következőket tartalmazhatja: tej. Allergia esetén mindig ellenőrizd a hozzávalók csomagolását.

Előkészítés

Hozzávalók

1 dbcucumber, peeled and sliced
3 dbtomato, cut into wedges
0,5 dbred onion, thinly sliced
1 dbgreen bell pepper, cored and sliced
0,5 csészekalamata olive, pitted
150 gfeta cheese, in a block
4 ek.extra virgin olive oil
1 tk.dried oregano
0,5 tk.salt
0,25 tk.black pepper, freshly ground

Eszközök

Cutting board · Chef's knife · Large salad bowl · Vegetable peeler

Elkészítés

Lépésről lépésre

1
Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly under cool running water.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Ensure all produce is clean before beginning preparation to remove any dirt or residues.
2
Peel the cucumber, then slice it into thick, half-moon pieces, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Körülbelül 2 p
A szakács megjegyzése: For a less watery salad, you can scoop out the seeds from the cucumber before slicing, though it's not traditional for Horiatiki.
3
Cut the ripe tomatoes into rustic wedges, aiming for 6-8 wedges per tomato depending on size.
Körülbelül 2 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Using a serrated knife can help achieve clean cuts on ripe tomatoes without crushing them.
4
Thinly slice the red onion into delicate rings or half-moons.
Körülbelül 2 p
A szakács megjegyzése: If the red onion flavor is too strong for your preference, you can soak the slices in cold water for 10-15 minutes to mellow their pungency.
5
Core the green bell pepper, remove the seeds and white membranes, then slice it into thin strips or rings.
Körülbelül 2 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Choose a firm, bright green bell pepper for the best crunch and flavor.
6
In a large, shallow salad bowl, gently combine the prepared cucumber, tomato wedges, thinly sliced red onion, green bell pepper, and whole Kalamata olives.
Körülbelül 2 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Arrange the vegetables attractively in the bowl, creating a colorful base for the feta.
7
Carefully place the entire block of feta cheese directly on top of the mixed vegetables in the center of the bowl.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Authentic Horiatiki features a single, generous block of feta, which guests can break apart themselves.
8
Generously drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the feta cheese and all the vegetables.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Invest in a high-quality, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil; it's a key flavor component of this simple salad.
9
Evenly sprinkle the dried oregano over the feta and vegetables.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Rubbing the dried oregano between your palms before sprinkling helps to release its aromatic oils.
10
Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: Taste a small piece of tomato or cucumber before adding salt, as the feta and olives already contribute significant salinity.
11
Serve the Greek salad immediately, allowing guests to mix the ingredients at the table to combine all the fresh flavors.
Körülbelül 1 p
A szakács megjegyzése: This salad is best enjoyed fresh; mixing too far in advance can make the vegetables watery.

Adagonként

Tápérték

64%Pontszám

Kalória: 297,6kcal
Fehérje: 7,6g
Szénhidrát: 14,1g
Zsír: 24,8g
Rost: 3,4g
Cukor: 8,1g

A receptben szereplő hozzávalók mennyisége alapján becsülve. Az értékek márkák és helyettesítések szerint eltérhetnek.

Őrizd meg frissen

A szakács megjegyzése:

This Horiatiki salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, fish, or a simple crusty bread to soak up the delicious olive oil dressing. For an extra touch, add a few capers or a splash of red wine vinegar, though traditionally, Horiatiki relies solely on the quality of its fresh ingredients and olive oil. Enjoy with a glass of crisp white wine like Assyrtiko or a light rosé.

Tárolás

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best consumed within 24 hours.

Újramelegítés

This salad is not suitable for reheating. It is best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.