Israeli Chopped Salad
Israeli Chopped Salad ~ this healthy chopped Middle Eastern salad is the perfect dish for summer gatherings because there's no mayo to spoil, and the veggies retain their crunch for days.
Servings: 4 - 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 red green, orange, and yellow bell peppers
- 1 Persian cucumber no need to peel
- 1 pint small cherry tomatoes halved
- about 4 oz feta cheese
- about 4 - 6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut all the ingredients except the tomatoes in a small, even dice.
- Toss with the oil, lemon juice, and herbs. Add the salt and pepper according to taste.
- Taste to adjust the seasonings, and then refrigerate until needed.
- Garnish with a few fresh herbs like parsley, mint, or thyme just before serving.