Traditional Greek Salad Recipe

Step 1

Cut the red onion in half and thinly slice into half moons. (If you want to take the edge off, place the sliced onions in a solution of iced water and vinegar for a bit before adding to the salad. I do this in the video).

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks (I sliced some into rounds and cut the rest in wedges).

Step 3

Cut the partially peeled cucumber in half length-wise, then slice into thick halves (at least 1/2" in thickness)

Step 4

Thinly slice the bell pepper into rings.

Step 5

Place everything in a large salad dish. Add a good handful of pitted kalamata olives.

Step 6

Season very lightly with kosher salt (just a pinch) and a bit of dried oregano.

Step 7

Pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar all over the salad. Give everything a very gentle toss to mix (do NOT over mix, this salad is not meant to be handled too much).

Step 8

Now add the the feta blocks on top and add a sprinkle more of dried oregano.

Step 9

Serve with crusty bread.