Name: Greek Village Salad (Horiatiki)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 medium, sliced cucumber; 2 medium, chopped tomato; 1/4 medium, thinly sliced red onion; 1 small, sliced green bell pepper; 8 whole Kalamata olives; 100g, cubed feta cheese; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp dried oregano; to taste sea salt; to taste black pepper; 1 tsp capers

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Wash and prepare all vegetables: slice cucumber, chop tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and slice green pepper.
2
In a large bowl combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green pepper.
3
Add Kalamata olives and optional capers, then gently toss.
4
In a small bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
5
Pour dressing over the salad, toss lightly, and top with cubed feta cheese.
6
Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.

*Pro Tips

1
Use ripe but firm tomatoes for best texture
2
Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil for heart‑healthy fats
3
Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preferences
4
Serve with a side of whole‑grain pita if additional carbs are needed, but keep portion small

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Low‑carb, high‑fiber vegetables keep glycemic load minimal; olive oil and feta provide healthy fats and protein that help stabilize blood sugar; no added sugars or starchy ingredients.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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