Greek Salad

Ingredients

• 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Bell pepper (diced (red or yellow preferred))
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano (for seasoning)
• to taste Salt (optional)
• to taste Black pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by washing all the fresh vegetables under cold water.

2. 2

   Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

4. 4

   Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl.

5. 5

   Dice the bell pepper and incorporate it into the salad.

6. 6

   Add the sliced Kalamata olives and chopped parsley to the bowl.

7. 7

   In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

8. 8

   Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

9. 9

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

10. 10

    Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.