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Mediterranean Avocado Salad Recipe - Zesty Feta and Tomato

Mediterranean Avocado Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, salty feta, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 445

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large ripe avocados pitted and diced
  • 250 g cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 100 g Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • 1 small red onion very thinly sliced
  • 150 g block of feta cheese crumbled
  • A small handful of fresh dill chopped
  • A small handful of fresh mint chopped
For the Zesty Dressing
  • 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 30 ml fresh lemon juice from about 1 large lemon
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small jar with a lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the dressing is emulsified and slightly creamy. Set it aside.
  2. Macerate the Onion: Place the thinly sliced red onion in the bottom of a large salad bowl. Pour about two tablespoons of the dressing over the onions and toss to coat. Let them sit for 5-10 minutes while you chop the other vegetables. What works best for me is this little step; it softens the onion's harsh bite.
  3. Chop the Vegetables: Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and halve the Kalamata olives. Add them to the bowl with the onions.
  4. Add the Herbs and Feta: Roughly chop the fresh dill and mint and add them to the bowl. Crumble the block of feta cheese over the vegetables.
  5. Dice the Avocado: Gently slice the avocados in half, remove the pit, and score the flesh into cubes while still in the skin. Use a spoon to scoop the diced avocado out and into the salad bowl. This helps the cubes keep their shape.
  6. Dress and Toss: Pour the remaining dressing over the salad. Using two large spoons, gently fold everything together. Be careful not to mash the avocado. You want to coat all the ingredients without breaking them down.
  7. Serve Immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or serve directly from the bowl. This salad is best enjoyed straight away while the avocado is vibrant and green.

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed immediately while the avocado is vibrant and green. Be very gentle when tossing to avoid mashing the avocado.