Greek Salad – Healthy and Delicious!

 

Greek Salad Recipe

This quick side is easy to make and a great way to get in a serving of vegetables! Make it a full meal by adding 4 oz of your choice of protein and 1 cup of grains. Serves 4.

Thanks to ASF personal trainer Ashley Bazan for this delicious and nutritious recipe!

Ingredients

1 cucumber cut lengthwise and sliced 1/4th inch thick

2 cups cherry tomatoes halved

5 oz crumbled feta cheese

1 sliced red bell pepper

⅓ cup chopped red onion

¼ cup pitted black olives

Dressing Ingredients

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 minced garlic clove

½ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

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Directions:

Make the dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl

In a large bowl combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion and black olives. Drizzle with the dressing and gently toss. 

Make it a meal:

Add 4 oz of cubed cooked chicken breast or tofu and 1 cup of cooked basmati rice.

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Macros per Greek Salad serving

Total Calories: 264

Carbs: 9g Fat: 23g Protein: 7g

Macros per meal with 4 oz of chicken and 1 cup of rice

Total Calories: 623

Carbs: 46g Fat: 29g Protein: 43g