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Nutritional Values

🔥160kcal
💪3gProtein
🌾20gCarbs
🥑10gFat
🌿5gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Santorini Salad

How to order / say it
Say it Σαλάτα Σαντορίνης — [sa-LA-ta San-toh-REE-nees]
Order I'd like the Santorini salad, please.
Locally Θα ήθελα τη σαλάτα Σαντορίνης, παρακαλώ.
Say locally

A local salad with cucumbers, local cherry tomatoes, capers, and a tangy lemon dressing.

Why try it?

Sampling Santorini Salad is essential for understanding the vibrant flavors of the island, showcasing fresh ingredients and the artistry of Greek simplicity.

How it tastes

The salad is vibrant and refreshing with the sweetness of local cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and the piquant bite of capers, finished with a citrusy dressing.

Origin & History — first documented: 1950

Santorini Salad was created to highlight local produce like the island's cherry tomatoes and cucumbers. It's evolved through centuries of Greek cuisine to become a testament to the simplicity and effectiveness of fresh ingredients.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 150 g cherry tomatoes
  • 🥕 100 g cucumber
  • 🥕 20 g capers
  • 🫒 30 ml olive oil
  • 🍋 10 ml lemon juice
  • 🧂 5 g salt

Method

  1. 1 Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  2. 2 Combine with capers in a salad bowl.
  3. 3 Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  4. 4 Mix well and serve chilled.

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