The key to a perfect Greek Salad Dressing is to keep it simple, just a bit of red wine vinegar, earthy oregano, good olive oil and some salt and pepper. Greek Salad is a delicious medley of sweet and tangy, crunchy and creamy ingredients and needs very little to accentuate the flavors and bring them all together.
I love to use this Greek salad dressing on classic Greek salads and embellished versions of it like Greek Farro Salad. But it’s a wonderful staple salad dressing too for simple green salads, pasta salads and even as a dip for raw vegetables or a drizzle for vegetables that you’ve roasted.
When I show you how easy it is to make, I bet it will become a go-to dressing in your house just as it is in ours.
How to Make Greek Salad Dressing
Step 1: Whisk red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
Step 2: Add olive oil to vinegar mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Serve.
Greek Salad Dressing Recipe Video
Greek Salad Dressing
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 162kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano ideally Greek
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl whisk together vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Whisking constantly, add olive oil in a slow steady stream; whisk until emulsified. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 388mg | Calcium: 0.5% | Iron: 1.5%
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Kelly | Foodtasia says
February 22, 2019 at 9:23 amI’m going to have to make this for dinner tonight, Marissa, it’s so simple and so perfect. You’ve got me craving a nice big salad!
Marissa says
March 1, 2019 at 5:03 pmFantastic! Thank you, Kelly!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
February 21, 2019 at 12:26 pmNothing beats homemade hands down! I love Greek dressing (but what’s not to love, right?), and yours is just perfection! I love that you kept it simple and let the flavors really shine! I will be drizzling this on ALL the things! Pinned!
Marissa says
February 21, 2019 at 1:36 pmLove to hear that, Cheyanne!! Thank you so much!
Kevin says
February 20, 2019 at 9:16 amThis dressing is super simple yet so satisfying and can be using in a variety of dishes. Simple and homemade is so much better!
Marissa says
February 20, 2019 at 3:15 pmWell said, my friend! Thank you!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
February 20, 2019 at 5:17 amI hardly ever buy salad dressing from the market anymore Marissa. So much better when they’re homemade. Will be adding this flavorful one to my list!
Marissa says
February 20, 2019 at 4:11 pmLove to hear that, Mary Ann! Thank you!
Liz says
February 19, 2019 at 3:45 pmI tend to make a lot of Greek salads in the summer when local tomatoes are at their prime. But trying your salad dressing is a good reason to make one ASAP!
Marissa says
February 20, 2019 at 4:13 pmI’m the same way, Liz! Nothing like a summer peak tomato!! I’m excited for you to try this!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
February 18, 2019 at 8:52 amNothing beats homemade dressing! I love how they are so quickly to whip up and you can flavour how you like. Plus, no added junk. This Greek salad dressing sounds wonderful. Love the red wine vinegar base. Now I’m in the mood for a Greek salad…haven’t had one in ages!
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:45 amSo true! Once you start making your own salad dressings, you can’t go back!! Thanks so much, Dawn!
David @ Spiced says
February 18, 2019 at 5:27 amI am a total sucker for a good Greek salad! In fact, now that I think about it, I haven’t had a Greek salad in ages. I’m totally going to pick up the ingredients at the store…but I’m making my own dressing this time! This recipe is easy and sounds perfect for that salad! 🙂
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:45 amLove to hear that, David! Thank you!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking says
February 18, 2019 at 5:14 amSince I started making homemade salad dressings a few years ago, I can’t go back to store-bought. They are so easy and tasty. And this homemade Greek dressing looks and sounds amazing. Simple ingredients are always best! I’ll have to try it some time soon!
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:46 amI’m the same way, Leanne. Bottled dressings always taste a little off to me and often have a strange texture. As you said, simple is best!
Lizzie says
February 17, 2019 at 3:52 pmYum! A quick suggestion that takes about a minute to achieve — dissolve the salt in the vinegar before you do the other steps. If the salt isn’t dissolved, you don’t get as smooth an emulsion as you want.
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:46 amThanks, Lizzie! I’ll give that a try!
Jeff the Chef says
February 17, 2019 at 6:02 amYou know, I love Greek salad dressing, but I’ve never made it at home. As you suggest, I bet it’d be fantastic on roasted veggies.
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:47 amThanks, Jeff! It really is great on roasted veggies – add some freshness and zing!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
February 16, 2019 at 3:03 pmWe always tend to think of other dressings before Greek dressing but I don’t know why as it’s delicious! Thanks for the reminder Marissa! 😀
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:50 amMy pleasure! Thanks, Lorraine!
Dorothy Dunton says
February 16, 2019 at 8:40 amHi Marissa! Now I want a Greek salad! I make a Greek pasta salad and this would be perfect! I am a big fan of feta so I put lots of it in my salad. It is so nice to use a few simple ingredients to make something so good. The other good thing is you know what is in it, unlike store bought dressings!
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:54 amHi Dorothy! I love Greek pasta salad! And, you’re right, this dressing would be just right! I agree about feta – one of our favorite cheeses!
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
February 15, 2019 at 8:12 pmI never buy salad dressing anymore, so I’m always eager to try a new one. Just looking at your pictures makes me crave a crispy, fresh bed of lettuce drizzled with this delicious stuff!! XO
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:54 amLove how you think, Katherine! Thank you!
angiesrecipes says
February 15, 2019 at 7:41 pmWe adore salads! My husband eats salad daily and I bet he will love this dressing. Your salad looks terrific with all the colours and flavours.
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:55 amThank you!!
Valentina says
February 15, 2019 at 5:45 pmI didn’t really realize there was a specific Greek dressing. I love oregano so I know I’d be all over this. Feeling inspired, I’m jumping over to your Farro salad now. 🙂
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:56 amYay!! Thank you, Valentina!
Mimi says
February 15, 2019 at 4:15 pmI love Niçoise salads and Greek salads equally! At a restaurant I typically pick one of these. But I also make them at home, and your vinaigrette is perfect!
Marissa says
February 18, 2019 at 10:59 amThank you, Mimi! I love both of those salads equally too!