Mediterranean Vegetable Salad

Instructions

1. 1

   Dice the cucumber into 1cm (½ inch) cubes and place in a large salad bowl.

2. 2

   Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

3. 3

   Core and dice the red bell pepper into similar-sized pieces as the cucumber.

4. 4

   Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce the sharpness, then drain and add to the bowl.

5. 5

   Pit the kalamata olives if needed and cut them in half lengthwise.

6. 6

   Crumble the feta cheese into large chunks over the vegetables.

7. 7

   Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves, discarding thick stems.

8. 8

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano.

9. 9

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

10. 10

    Season with salt and pepper to taste, keeping in mind that feta and olives are already salty.

11. 11

    Let the salad sit for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.