All you need is 10 minutes to make this simple yet bursting with Mediterranean flavors Shepherd's Salad. Great to be paired with pitas or grilled meats!
1piecesmall cucumberseeded and diced into 1/4 inch
2piecesroma tomatoesseeded and diced into 1/4 inch
1piecesmall red oniondiced into 1/4 inch
1piecesmall green bell peppersseeded and diced into 1/4 inch
crumbled fetaoptional
For the dressing:
¼cupextra virgin olive oil
1 -2clovesgarlicminced
juice of 1 lemon
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and onions in a bowl.
Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, juice of one lemon, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Toss the dressing into the chopped vegetables and mix well. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Notes
(Note 1) It is best to make this salad right before serving time or prepare the ingredients ahead then just toss them together just before serving time.
(Note 2) Make enough for one meal as this salad does not sit well in the fridge - no leftovers as much as possible. =)
(Note 3) Wanna impress your guests? Pair this salad with Tunisian Fish Fillet and Mediterranean Butter Rice