Tomato, Cucumber and Feta Salad

Ingredients

• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus 1 cup olive oil
• 3 large ripe tomatoes, cored, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 large cucumber, peeled, cut into 1/8-inch slices
• 1 small red onion, cut into thin slices
• 12 kalamata olives
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar (sometimes I add a splash of balsamic too)
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• kosher salt and black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In a small frying pan, saute the garlic in the 1 tbls. olive oil over medium high heat. Stir often, until the garlic is caramelized and slightly crunchy. Watch carefully! Set aside and allow to cool to room temperature.

2. 2

   Arrange the sliced vegetables on individual plates, or on a platter. Top with the olives and the crumbled feta cheese.

3. 3

   Whisk the vinegar, 1 cup olive oil and oregano together. Season each salad with salt and pepper, then drizzle with the dressing. Top with the sauteed garlic and serve. Enjoy!