A beautifully layered Mediterranean salad with creamy feta, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and a zesty herb dressing!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Fresh & Flavorful – A vibrant mix of crisp veggies, creamy feta, and tangy dressing.
✔ No Cooking Required – A quick, easy, and refreshing dish ready in minutes!
✔ Stunning Presentation – Perfect for entertaining or a fancy appetizer.
✔ Mediterranean Goodness – Packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, and bold flavors.
📋 Ingredients
For the Salad Stack:
8 oz feta cheese block (cut into thick slices) 🧀
3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 🍅
½ small red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
½ cup mixed olives (Kalamata & green) 🫒
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
For the Dressing:
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 🫒
1 tbsp red wine vinegar 🍷
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
½ tsp dried oregano 🌿
¼ tsp salt 🧂
¼ tsp black pepper
📌 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients 🍅
1️⃣ Slice the feta cheese and tomatoes into even, thick slices.
2️⃣ Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley.
3️⃣ Drain and rinse the olives.
Step 2: Make the Dressing 🫒
1️⃣ In a small bowl, whisk together:
Olive oil
Red wine vinegar
Minced garlic
Oregano, salt, and black pepper
2️⃣ Set aside to let the flavors meld.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad Stack 🏗️
1️⃣ On a plate, layer the ingredients as follows:
Tomato slice → Feta slice → Tomato slice → Feta slice, repeating until stacked.
2️⃣ Scatter the olives, red onions, and parsley around and over the stack.
Step 4: Drizzle & Serve 🍽️
1️⃣ Generously drizzle the dressing over the stacked salad.
2️⃣ Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
3️⃣ Serve immediately and enjoy!
💡 Tips & Variations
🫒 Add More Toppings – Try capers, cucumbers, or roasted red peppers.
🍋 Citrus Twist – Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra brightness.
🔥 Spicy Kick – Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
🥗 Make It a Full Salad – Toss everything in a bowl instead of stacking f
