Greek Cucumber Salad

 Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 large cucumbers (Persian or English cucumbers are best), sliced into half-moons
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional but traditional in horiatiki salad)
• ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or dairy-free feta if needed)
• 2-3 Tbsp fresh parsley or oregano, chopped

Dressing

• 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare veggies: Place cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, and olives in a large bowl.
2. Make dressing: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine: Pour dressing over vegetables, toss gently.
4. Top: Add feta and herbs right before serving.