Ingedients:

1/2 pound firm feta cheese
1/2 tsp Mediterranean oregano, crumbled
1/2 tsp Mediterranean thyme
1/2 tsp sumac*
1/4 tsp frsh ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
3 ripe medium tomatoes - peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch dice
1/3 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
3 Tblsp fruity extra virgin olive oil

*sumac should be availible at Middle Eastern groceries, however, for those of us not having access to one, the omision of this ingredient does not seriously affect the flavor of the salad.

If the feta is very salty, soak it in cold water for 30 minutes; drain well. Cut the feta into 1/2 inch cubes.

In a medium bowl, combine the feta cheese with the oregano, thyme, sumac and pepper. Let stand for 2 to 3 hours. Just before serving, add the red onion. Spoon the tomatoes onto a serving plate and top with the cheese and onion. Sprinkle the parsley over the salad and drizzle the olive oil over the top. Serve at room temperature.