Keto Traditional Greek Salad

Name: Keto Traditional Greek Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: greek
Ingredients: Cucumber, Raw, With Peel; Tomato Raw (includes Cherry, Grape, Roma); Feta Cheese; Avocado; Red Onion; Pitted Kalamata Olives by Mezzetta; Green Bell Pepper; Extra Virgin Olive Oil; Lemon Juice; Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton; Garlic, Fresh; Oregano, Dried; Parsley, Dried; Dill Weed, Dried

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Prepare Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

If there were an ultimate Keto Traditional Greek Salad, this would be it. Crispy, cool, diced cucumbers are combined with diced Roma tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced Kalamata olives, diced green bell peppers, and creamy diced avocados. The entire salad is tossed with a delicious lemon vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil (use a good brand because the taste is wonderful), dried oregano, parsley, and dill. ### Do I have to use dried herbs? While fresh herbs are always better in most cases, dried herbs have their place and offer a slightly different experience. If you have fresh herbs on hand, use them, but dried herbs are practical for most occasions and equally delicious if you decide to use fresh herbs, triple the amount listed in the recipe. ### How should I cut the vegetables? It would be best to dice all the vegetables at the same size for the best overall appearance of the final salad and ultimate eating experience. You will love this versatile and easy Keto side dish. Feel free to substitute the Roma tomatoes for halved cherry tomatoes. However, these varieties are excellent because they are less watery. ### How should I prepare the garlic for the dressing? Grating garlic on a Microplane yields the best flavor because it helps distribute the garlic throughout the vinaigrette, but if this is not an option for you, mince the garlic very fine instead. ### Serving suggestions Serve this beautiful, low-carb salad with a dish like Keto Lemon Chicken Thighs https://www.carbmanager.com/recipe/keto-lemon-chicken-thighs-with-capers.

How to make Keto Traditional Greek Salad

Begin by preparing all the vegetables for the salad. Dice the cucumber into a ½” x ½” cube. You do not need to remove the seeds from the cucumber unless the seeds are too large and fibrous. If you remove the seeds make sure the amount of cucumber still weighs one pound without seeds. Match the other vegetables to this size by cutting them roughly the same. Dice the tomatoes, do not remove the seeds. Slice the red onion by first cutting off both ends. Then slice the onion in half and remove the skin. Slice each half onion lengthwise and then use one of the sections by slicing them into short julienned pieces. Drain and slice the kalamatas in half. Slice an avocado in half, remove the seeds and skin. Then dice the avocado into cubes. Slice the flesh off the green bell pepper and then cut each section into a ½” x ½” dice as well. Place all the chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In the meantime, prepare the vinaigrette by combining the olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, grated garlic clove, dried oregano, dried dill and dried parsley. Whisk it well to combine and pour it over the entire salad.
Toss the salad and serve immediately, if not store in the refrigerator for up to one day covered tightly with plastic wrap.

Ingredients of Keto Traditional Greek Salad

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Cucumber, Raw, With Peel	1 pound
2. Tomato Raw (includes Cherry, Grape, Roma)	4 roma
3. Feta Cheese	4 ounce
4. Avocado	1 each
5. Red Onion	¼ large
6. Pitted Kalamata Olives by Mezzetta	20 olives
7. Green Bell Pepper	1 large - 3" diameter x 3 3/4"
8. Extra Virgin Olive Oil	½ cup
9. Lemon Juice	½ cup
10. Coarse Kosher Salt by Morton	1 tsp
11. Garlic, Fresh	1 clove
12. Oregano, Dried	1 teaspoon
13. Parsley, Dried	½ teaspoon
14. Dill Weed, Dried	½ teaspoon

Keto Traditional Greek Salad nutrients

caloriesKCal: 153.876 caloriesKJ: 643.817 totalCarbs: 5.65 diabetesCarbsADA: 5.65 netCarbs: 3.37 diabetesCarbs: 3.413 fiber: 2.193 starch: 0.413 sugar: 2.259 addedSugar: 0 sugarAlcohols: 0.087 protein: 2.193 fat: 14.559 transFat: 0.114 monousatFat: 8.125 polyunsatFat: 1.249 omega3Fat: 0.109 omega6Fat: 1.141 saturatedFat: 3.138 cholesterol: 8.41 vitaminA: 24.907 vitaminC: 19.775 vitaminD: 0.038 vitaminE: 1.683 vitaminK: 18.175 vitaminB1: 0.052 vitaminB2: 0.12 vitaminB3: 0.541 vitaminB5: 0.405 vitaminB6: 0.145 vitaminB12: 0.16 potassium: 209.156 magnesium: 14.812 calcium: 63.478 iron: 0.457 zinc: 0.492 copper: 0.062 phosphorus: 56.597 sodium: 354.444 selenium: 1.65 folate: 22.664 choline: 8.145 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.104 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.01 phyticAcid: 21.781 xylitol: 0 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0.001 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.026 mannitol: 0.059

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have ketchup on a keto diet?

Traditional ketchup is often high in sugar, so consider using sugar-free or low-carb ketchup alternatives to stay within your carb limits.

Can I have almond milk on a keto diet?

Yes, unsweetened almond milk is a popular keto-friendly milk alternative. It's low in carbs and can be used in various recipes.

Can I eat fast food on a keto diet?

It's possible to make keto-friendly choices at fast food restaurants by opting for bunless burgers, grilled chicken, salads, and avoiding high-carb condiments and sides.

How does the keto diet affect cholesterol levels?

For many people, the keto diet can improve cholesterol profiles by increasing HDL ('good') cholesterol and decreasing triglycerides. However, individual responses may vary.

Can I drink alcohol on a keto diet?

Alcohol can be consumed in moderation on a keto diet, but keep in mind that some alcoholic beverages are high in carbs. Stick to options like dry wines or spirits with low-carb mixers.