Description
This Vegan Greek Salad recipe is a celebration of fresh, vibrant Mediterranean flavors, offering a plant-based twist on the classic Greek salad (Horiatiki
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup vegan feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
Dice the cucumber.
Dice the bell pepper.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Pit the Kalamata olives (if they’re not already pitted).
Step 2: Combine Vegetables
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and pitted Kalamata olives.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 4: Dress the Salad
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Toss gently but thoroughly to combine, ensuring that all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 5: Add Vegan Feta (Optional)
If using vegan feta cheese, crumble it over the top of the salad.
Step 6: Serve
Serve the Vegan Greek Salad immediately, or refrigerate it for later to allow the flavors to meld.