Chopped Greek Salad

Easy, fresh and good for you. The good fats in the avocado and olives and extra protein in the hemp seeds make it a complete meal. The bite size pieces make it fun to eat!




Chopped Greek Salad
Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Serves 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 large or 2 smaller cucumbers, seeded and cut into ½ inch cubes
• ½ medium red onion, diced
• 1 cup small cherry tomatoes, larger ones halved
• 8-10 fresh kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1 avocado, cut into bite size cubes
• 2 tbsp shelled hemp seeds
• 2-3 tbsp feta cheese

    For the Dressing

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (+ or - 1 tbsp to taste, if you prefer)
• 1 tsp dried oregano flakes
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Recipe:
Add dressing ingredients to the bottom of a medium bowl and whisk together. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to coat.

Tips:

• If possible purchase fresh olives at your local grocers olive bar, usually next to the deli counter. They have a deeper flavor and are more nutritious.
• Let sit in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight to let the flavors marinate together. It will keep covered and sealed tight in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.