Mediterranean Fat-Switch Greek Salad
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Mediterranean Fat-Switch Greek Salad

Crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and Kalamata olives come together in this iconic lunch that tastes indulgent without compromise. Our Fat Switch swaps creamy dressing and full-fat cheese portions to save 230 calories (40%) while keeping every authentic flavor note intact.

20m
Prep Time
2
Servings
348
Calories
18g
Protein
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πŸ›’ Ingredients

  • βœ“ 2 cups crisp romaine lettuce, chopped
  • βœ“ 1 large cucumber (English preferred), diced
  • βœ“ 2 large ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • βœ“ 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • βœ“ 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • βœ“ 120g reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled
  • βœ“ 3 tbsp pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • βœ“ 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • βœ“ 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • βœ“ 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (0% fat)
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • βœ“ 1 tsp dried oregano
  • βœ“ 1 clove garlic, minced
  • βœ“ Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • βœ“ 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

1. Prepare the Base: Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce to remove excess moisture. Chop into bite-sized pieces and divide between two large bowls or plates.
2. Cut the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber and red bell pepper into 1-inch pieces. Cut tomatoes into wedges. Slice the red onion paper-thin using a mandoline or sharp knife for sweeter flavor.
3. Arrange the Salad: Layer cucumber, tomato wedges, red pepper, and onion over the lettuce in each bowl. This creates visual appeal and makes eating enjoyable.
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4. Make the Fat-Switch Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, and Dijon mustard until smooth and emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add Cheese and Olives: Crumble 60g reduced-fat feta over each salad. Distribute 1.5 tbsp halved Kalamata olives and cherry tomato halves evenly across both bowls.
6. Dress and Serve: Drizzle 3-4 tbsp of Fat-Switch dressing over each salad. Toss gently with two forks to distribute dressing and combine all ingredients. Serve immediately for optimal crispness.

πŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal
Protein18g
Carbohydrates32g
Fat17g

🏷️ Tags

#healthy Greek salad recipe#low-calorie Mediterranean lunch#feta cheese salad fat switch
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