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    Recipes » Salad Recipes » Mediterranean Salads

    Greek Salad

    Published: Feb 22, 2019 · Modified: May 18, 2020 by Marissa Stevens · 27 Comments

    Gluten FreePaleoVegetarianMediterraneanQuick Meals

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    greek salad served in off-white ceramic bowls

    Greek Salad is the perfect side to almost any main dish, yet is hearty enough to be a meal on its own. My favorite Greek Salad recipe is a classic combination of red ripe tomato, crunchy cucumber, briny kalamata olives and salty capers, tangy feta cheese, sweet red bell pepper and subtle onion heat, all dressed simply with good olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar and earthy dried oregano.

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    At the first sight of vine ripened tomatoes that actually taste like tomatoes, I head straight for this Greek Salad recipe and then make it all summer long. Throughout the summer, I'll swap in different varieties of cucumber, heirloom tomatoes when I can find them and sometimes toss in some avocado and for feta, I opt for the creamy sheep's milk variety.

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    Cutting Up Greek Salad Ingredients

    Recipe Variations

    And for a heartier version for picnics and potlucks I like to riff on this recipe to make Greek Farro Salad, Greek Potato Salad, or Greek Quinoa Salad. The main thing to remember is that the quality of every ingredient counts. There is no creamy dressing to hide behind, just delicious Greek Salad Dressing with peppery olive oil, a vinegar kick and dried oregano to enhance the flavors and textures of fresh ingredients that are delicious on their own and incredible when combined.

    Greek-Salad served in white bowls

    Pairing Suggestions

    I like to line individual bowls with butter lettuce for extra crunch and sometimes top it with chicken, turkey or even tuna to make it more substantial. Serve it on its own as a light lunch or alongside almost any main dish you can dream up - especially all things grilled! Some of my favorites to serve it alongside are: Carne Asada, Grilled Lamb Chops / Grilled Lamb Loin Chops or Lamb Kabobs, and Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Kabobs or Chicken Kabobs in the Oven. It's entirely versatile.

    If you love Mediterranean Recipes, don't miss classics like this pita bread recipe or these recipes for: Tzatziki, Fattoush Salad, Tabouli Salad and more...

    How to Make Greek Salad

    Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and dried oregano. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisking until emulsified. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

    Making Salad Dressing step by step

    Step 2: Combine tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, shallot, kalamata olives, feta cheese and capers in a large bowl.

    Adding Individual Ingredients to Greek Salad

    Step 3: Drizzle with desired amount of dressing and toss to coat.

    pouring dressing over greek salad

    Step 4: Gently toss salad to combine. Serve salad in individual bowls over butter lettuce leaves if desired.

    tossing greek salad with dressing

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    Greek Salad

    Marissa Stevens
    An easy and authentic Greek Salad that you can make in minutes.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Greek
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 288 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano plus more for sprinkling the top if desired
    • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil or more
    • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • 4 large plum tomatoes diced
    • 2 large cucumbers diced (peeled if necessary)
    • 1 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
    • 1 medium shallot thinly sliced and separated into rings
    • 24 pitted kalamata olives halved
    • 7 ounces feta cheese finely diced or crumbled
    • 1 tablespoon capers rinsed and drained
    • 5 ounces butter lettuce leaves torn into bite-size pieces, optional

    Instructions
     

    • To make dressing: in a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar and oregano; add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
    • In a large salad bowl combine next 7 ingredients (tomatoes through capers). 
    • Whisk dressing again and pour desired amount over salad; gently toss to combine. Sprinkle with more dried oregano if desired.
    • Optional: If desired, divide butter lettuce evenly between 6 individual salad bowls and top with Greek Salad; serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 476mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2205IUVitamin C: 44.8mgCalcium: 198mgIron: 1.3mg
    Keyword baby shower, Memorial Day, summer, vegetarian, wedding shower
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    1. maharaja says

      March 26, 2019 at 5:06 am

      I love to have greek salads i had tried it once in a restaurant but after read your post i am going to prepare this by myself and your post is looking so delicious tasty and healthy to thanks for sharing this

      Reply
    2. Liz says

      March 13, 2019 at 6:53 am

      5 stars
      Now I’m craving a Greek salad! I haven’t put capers in mine before, but now I must! This recipe is perfect!

      Reply
    3. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking says

      February 25, 2019 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      The flavours in greek salad are some of my favourite flavours! And I'm all over any salad with briny olives and feta cheese. Happy Monday Marissa!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:59 pm

        So good, right!? Thank you, Leanne!

        Reply
    4. David @ Spiced says

      February 25, 2019 at 6:10 am

      5 stars
      I absolutely love a good Greek salad! In fact, we totally bought the ingredients to make Greek salads for later this week. It's like you knew what we were thinking here, Marissa! 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:58 pm

        Perfect timing!! 🙂 Thank you, David!

        Reply
    5. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      February 25, 2019 at 5:45 am

      5 stars
      One of my favorite kinds of salads Marissa! So flavorful and loaded with all my favorite ingredients! I'll need to keep my eyes peeled for some juicy tomatoes at my market! Pinned!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:58 pm

        Wonderful, Mary Ann! Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Mimi says

      February 25, 2019 at 5:44 am

      The only reason I garden in the summer heat is for those lovely summer-fresh tomatoes. And this salad is perfect. I tend to alternate between Greek-type salads and Niçoise salads. Well, and Cobb salad as well, and they all require tomatoes that taste like real tomatoes!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:58 pm

        So true, Mimi! And those are all favorites in our house too!

        Reply
    7. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

      February 24, 2019 at 5:05 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love Greek salad! (And really anything involving olives and feta.) This sounds perfect and you know I'll be trying it soon!

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      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:57 pm

        Yay! Thanks, Kelsie!

        Reply
    8. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

      February 24, 2019 at 9:05 am

      5 stars
      Greek salads is one of my absolute faves! Love all the flavours and textures. Great step by step photos here too, Marissa 🙂 Hope you're having a great weekend!

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      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:57 pm

        Definitely a favorite for us too! Love salads where every bite is different. Have a wonderful weekend, my friend!

        Reply
    9. Kevin says

      February 24, 2019 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      Greek salad is on the top 10 favorites list, compliment it with your greek salad dressing and it'll hit the top 3! Beautiful salad, making me want fresh and ripe vegetables now!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        March 01, 2019 at 4:53 pm

        Awesome! Thanks so much, Kevin!

        Reply
    10. Valentina says

      February 22, 2019 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      Love, love Greek salads. This one is beautiful, and I love every ingredient in the bowl!

      Reply
    11. Sabrina says

      June 24, 2017 at 11:32 am

      I love a good Greek salad! The capers are a nice touch!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 24, 2017 at 5:38 pm

        Thank you, Sabrina!

        Reply
    12. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      June 11, 2017 at 5:52 am

      5 stars
      There is nothing quite like a tomato that actually TASTES like a tomato, right!? It's just so dang juicy, plump and delicious! When summer is approaching I get creepily excited for tomatoes, especially heirloom tomatoes. I swear I do a little happy dance jig in the produce isle when I first lay eyes on them. #NoShame. Needless to say your Greek salad is SCREAMING my name, Marissa!! This is just so beautiful and the flavors can't be beat! I could definitely eat this on repeat! Pinned! Cheers, lovely! <3

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 15, 2017 at 3:01 pm

        I hear you, Cheyanne! Give me ALL the tomato-tasting tomatoes!! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

      June 08, 2017 at 5:16 pm

      A fabulous looking Greek salad Marissa! You've done it again! 😀

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 15, 2017 at 3:05 pm

        aww, thanks my friend! xo

        Reply
    14. Ben|Havocinthekitchen says

      June 08, 2017 at 5:07 pm

      Greek salad is a quintessence of the summer flavors to me. Unfortunately, as you noted, finding delicious tomatoes might be challenging even during the summer time. Well, great, now I'm craving for a couple of bruschettas with olive oil and tomatoes:)

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 15, 2017 at 3:06 pm

        And now YOU have me craving bruschetta! 😉

        Reply
    15. Dorothy Dunton says

      June 08, 2017 at 3:47 pm

      Hi Marissa. I would be perfectly happy to eat just this salad for lunch or dinner! I love kalamata olives and capers. Of course I wouldn't turn down a piece or grilled meat to go with it. :).

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        June 15, 2017 at 3:07 pm

        Yes! You've described my perfect meal, Dorothy!

        Reply

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