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Greek Zucchini Salad

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A vibrant and refreshing Greek Zucchini Salad filled with fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and a zesty dressing, perfect for gatherings and healthy snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Zucchini (about 500-600g), washed and ends trimmed
  • 1 large Cucumber or 2 smaller Persian cucumbers (about 250-300g), partially peeled
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes (about 250-300g), halved or quartered
  • ½ medium Red Onion (about 75g), thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives (about 75g), pitted and halved
  • 1 small Green Bell Pepper (about 100g), deseeded and chopped
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese (about 100-120g), crumbled or cubed
  • ¼ cup Fresh Mint Leaves, loosely packed, chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Leaves, loosely packed, chopped
  • ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (120 ml)
  • ¼ cup Red Wine Vinegar (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (30 ml), freshly squeezed
  • 1½ teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 1–2 cloves Garlic, minced or pressed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
  • Pinch of Sugar or Honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Wash all vegetables, trim zucchini, and slice into half-moons.
  2. Chop the cucumbers, peeling alternating strips if desired.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place in a bowl.
  4. Slice the red onion; soak in ice water for a milder flavor if preferred.
  5. Prepare the olives and bell pepper, tossing all in a large mixing bowl.
  6. Add the zucchini slices and gently toss to combine.
  7. Make the dressing by whisking olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, mustard, salt, pepper, and sugar in a bowl.
  8. Combine everything by pouring the dressing over the salad and gently tossing.
  9. Finish with feta and herbs just before serving.

Notes

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to meld the flavors together.

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Keywords: salad, zucchini, Greek, Mediterranean, fresh vegetables

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