🥗🍅 Greek Feta Salad Tower 🍅🥗
A stunning Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring layers of creamy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onions, and fresh herbs, all drizzled with olive oil and aromatic spices. Perfect as an appetizer or a refreshing side dish!
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (1 block) feta cheese, cut into cubes
- 3 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced into rings
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional, as feta is already salty)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup green or Kalamata olives
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients
- Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
- Cut the feta cheese into evenly sized cubes.
- Slice the red onion into thin rings.
- Chop the parsley finely.
- Assemble the Salad Tower
- On a serving plate, start with a layer of feta cubes.
- Add a layer of tomato slices on top.
- Place a few onion rings over the tomatoes.
- Repeat the layers until you have a stacked tower.
- Drizzle and Season
- Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the tower.
- Sprinkle oregano, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes on top.
- If needed, add a light sprinkle of salt.
- Garnish and Serve
- Scatter chopped parsley over the tower.
- Arrange olives around the plate.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Serving Size:
- Serves 2-4 people
- Great as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal
Nutritional Info (Per Serving) (approximate):
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg (varies by feta brand)
Health Benefits 🏆
✔ Rich in Calcium & Protein – Supports bone health
✔ Heart-Healthy Fats – Olive oil provides beneficial monounsaturated fats
✔ Packed with Antioxidants – Tomatoes and herbs help reduce inflammation
✔ Low in Carbs – Great for a low-carb or keto diet
Q/A & Tips
❓ Can I add more ingredients?
Yes! Try adding cucumbers, bell peppers, or avocado for extra freshness.
❓ What’s the best feta to use?
Greek feta in brine has the best texture and flavor. Avoid dry, crumbly feta.
❓ Can I prepare this in advance?
Yes, but assemble just before serving to keep it fresh.
❓ What to serve with this salad?
Pairs well with grilled chicken, pita bread, hummus, or tzatziki.
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