Description
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean marinated vegetable salad featuring a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, marinated in a zesty lemon and herb dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate.
Before serving, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the salad and toss lightly.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes