Authentic Greek Village Salad with Ana’s Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Learn how to create a refreshing Greek Village Salad using Ana's Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil, bringing a taste of Kalamata to your kitchen.
Introduction to a Timeless Greek Delicacy
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece with this simple yet delightful Greek Village Salad. This recipe showcases the robust flavor and superior quality of Ana's Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil, made from Koroneiki olives. By following this traditional recipe, you'll bring a slice of Greek heritage right into your dining room.
The Greek Village Salad, or 'Horiatiki', is renowned for its crisp, fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. It serves as a testament to the Mediterranean diet, known for its health benefits and use of fresh vegetables and olive oil.
Crafting Your Greek Village Salad
Experience the freshness and simplicity of a real Greek Village Salad. Below, we detail how to combine these humble ingredients to achieve a perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by Ana's Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Ingredients
- Ana's Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Drizzle to taste
- Fresh Tomato: One large, chopped
- Fresh Cucumber: Quarter of a medium size, chopped
- Fresh Dry Onion: One medium-sized, chopped
- Feta Cheese: 100g, broken into chunks
- Sea Salt: One pinch
Steps
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Cut the fresh tomato and cucumber into bite-sized cubes and place them in a salad bowl.
- Chop the fresh onion into thin slices or cubes as preferred.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Add the chopped onions to the bowl with the tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Crumble the Feta cheese over the vegetables.
- Season and Dress:
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the salad.
- Generously drizzle Ana’s Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil over the top, allowing the flavor of the oil to bind the ingredients together.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Toss the salad gently to mix the ingredients without breaking the Feta cheese.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispness of the vegetables and the creamy richness of the Feta, brought to life by the fruity notes of the olive oil.
Kali Orexi! Enjoy your meal and savor the essence of Greek culinary tradition with every bite.
