Great Greek Salad
Try this for a refreshing, flavorful twist on my favorite summer salad.
Fresh herbs make all the difference!
Great Greek Salad
(serves 4-6)
2-3 large tomatoes cut in wedges or 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in halves
1 medium seedless cucumber, peeled & cut in chunks
1 yellow bell pepper, cored and cut in small chunks
1 cup garbanzo beans
4-5 ounces feta cheese
¼ cup black olives, pitted & cut in half
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
¼ cup fresh oregano leaves, chopped
2 Tb olive oil
1-2 lemons
salt & pepper to taste
Combine veggies, beans, cheese and herbs in serving bowl.
Cut & squeeze lemons through a strainer onto salad.
Pour on olive oil. Combine and add salt & pepper to taste.
Serve immediately or refrigerate up to an hour before serving
About Susan Greeley
Helping others achieve optimal health through good nutrition and lifestyle, Susan Greeley promotes wellness through diets rich in healthy, wholesome foods. She counsels clients in her own private nutrition practice and works as the staff nutritionist for a YMCA.
