I generally don’t publish back-to-back posts for the simple reason that “a little lunch” was created to be a tidbit, rather than a full-course-meal.
However, some things are SOOOO good, it would be a disservice not to share.
Greek Salad
1 cucumber, peeled & sliced (I do the decorative peel thing…)
Salt, to taste
2 tomatoes, seeded & chopped (I used cherry tomatoes, quartered)
1/2 an onion, finely chopped
1 head of lettuce, washed, drained & torn
Olives (I used Kalamata, but a combo of black & green also works well)
8 oz. crumbled Feta or goat cheese
Extra virgin olive oil
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
Greek seasoning (I used Konriko, but Cavender’s is also yummy)
Combine cucumber slices and salt; let sit 30 minutes, then drain.
In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers and olives; toss lightly.
In a small measuring cup, combine equal parts of olive oil and lemon juice; add Greek seasoning to taste. Drizzle over salad and toss again.
Add cheese (I prefer it sprinkled over the top); serve immediately.
The mysteries of the universe may elude me (yet), but it helps to ponder them over a tasty salad.
Enjoying life — whatever the translation may be,
~ Kim
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This salad looks gorgeous! So refreshing and wonderful :D
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Mmmmmm! I love Greek salads.
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Love those cheese on the salad giving that extra punch! Beautiful healthy dish :)
Is there anything better for lunch than a Greek salad? I love it!
I love Greek salad – and mainly because I LOVE that salty feta hit! I’ve never made Greek salad at home, and now I’m wondering why! Thanks for your recipe, Kim! :)
Wow – that looks fantastic and I LOVE Greek Salad! Your photo with the lake in the background is lovely.
Thanks, Ann! I count my blessings every day. :)
The mysteries of life never seem frightening to me when I have a bowl of delicious food in front of me–I’m totally with you on that. And this salad certainly looks like it fits the bill in that regard.
You’re right, Jenna — it’s hard to be distracted, frightened or worried when your senses are occupied with a meal that demands their full attention. :)
The best part of a greek salad is the feta as far as I am concerned-yum! It is the best when put with fresh veggies. Healthy, fresh and tasty-well worth having for lunch. Enjoy the day Kim!
Tina, yes, that Feta cheese is mighty tempting… I have to be mindful so there’s enough left to put on the salad. :)
να απολαμβάνουν τη ζωή ! There, that’s the greek translation to “enjoying life”. (Don’t ask me to pronounce it) :D
Love feta … actually I just love cheese and esp feta. I love making salads like this all the time, so light and refreshing. A super lunch!
Ping, that’s so cool that you commented in Greek — enjoying life is what it’s all about! Thanks for your wonderful thoughts!
I had no idea that there was Greek seasoning. I would have thrown Feta & olives on it and said “It’s a Greek Salad’. Now I gotta go find this stuff.
Dawn, I looked at the ingredient list on the seasoning and it’s pretty much what I throw in to “flavor” a vinaigrette — garlic, salt & pepper, oregano (this one has sage, too.) Your version of a Greek salad sounded good to me!
This is by far one o my favorite salads! The crunch of the cucumber with the creamy saltiness of the feta= perfect!
You struck again,great post!
Heather, what a wonderful way to describe the play of flavors and textures! (Wish I woulda thought of that, lol.) Thank YOU!
Greek salads are one of my favorite! I will have to make it this weekend! YUMMY :) Great Job oh Great One….Magical Thinker of The Universe! ;)
Made me smile! :) Many thanks, lovely Isabelle!
I love to make you smile :)
xo :)
I am not a tomato-seeder; do you seed the cherry tomatoes?
Sid, they pretty much seed themselves when you quarter them :) — that’s close enough!