Greek Salad Horiatiki Recipe. The Real Food Academy Miami

Name: Greek Salad Horiatiki
Prep time: PT-29522378.666667M
Cook time: PT-29522378.666667M
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 6-8 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons vinegar of white wine; Salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons dry oregano; 2 tablespoons dry basil; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/3 onion, thinly sliced; 1 bell pepper, sliced in strips; 1/2 cucumber, sliced; 1 tablespoon capers; 150 g feta cheese, cut in 4 squares

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Greek Salad Horiatiki

By Chef Maria Cummins

Course

salad

Cuisine

greek

Servings

4

Ingredients

6-8 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons vinegar of white wine
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons dry oregano
2 tablespoons dry basil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 onion, thinly sliced
1 bell pepper, sliced in strips
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1 tablespoon capers
150 g feta cheese, cut in 4 squares

Instructions

In a bowl, combine 4-5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon of dry basil, and 1 tablespoon of oregano. Stir gently just to combine the dressing without emulsifying it.
Drizzle the feta cheese with olive oil to cover the whole square, and sprinkle it with the remaining basil and oregano. Set it aside for later.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the cucumber into half-moon shapes, and thinly slice the onion. Add both to the bowl.
Cut the bell pepper into thin strips and add it to the bowl.
Add olives, capers, and 1 tablespoon of oregano to the bowl.
To finish, drizzle the salad with 2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, top it with the herbed feta cheese, and serve

Chef Maria Cummins

Born in Venezuela, Maria Cummins discovered her deep-rooted passion for food from an early age. Her culinary journey led her to Lima, Peru, where she immersed herself in the rich secrets of Peruvian gastronomy during part of her childhood. In her early twenties, she embarked on a new chapter by coming to the United States and delving into the Hospitality Industry in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maria's culinary adventure continued as she relocated to San Diego, California, where she made her mark by opening the renowned El Tucan Restaurant. Her extensive travels and diverse experiences greatly influenced her innovative culinary style, shaping the unique approach she is celebrated for today.

During her time in San Diego, Chef Maria not only honed her culinary skills but also gained a profound understanding of the importance of nutrition, particularly through the use of organic and unprocessed ingredients.

Today, Maria Cummins is the proud owner, founder, and head chef of the Real Food Academy, a culinary haven nestled in the vibrant city of Miami. Here, both kids and adults come together every week to share the joy of connecting through the power of Real Food and Real Fun!

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