Lunch: Greek Tomato Salad

Recipe by Laurie Gee This is a common and colorful side dish for our summer cookouts. It's such a hit that I get complaints if I don't make it. Even the youngsters love this mix of fresh vegetable and light dressing! Regular black olives can be substitut

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Basil

Health benefits of Greek Tomato Salad

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

4 large tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
1/2 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup Greek black olives
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (16 fl oz) bottle Greek salad dressing
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh basil

Instructions

Gently mix tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, 1/4 teaspoon chopped basil, and oregano together in a large bowl; top with feta cheese. Pour Greek dressing over salad and season with black pepper. Garnish salad with a sprig of fresh basil.

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