Best Greek Salad Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Greek salad featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar and lemon dressing with classic oregano seasoning. Perfect for a quick, healthy side dish or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced into half-moons
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 pt. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
- 6 oz. feta cheese, cut into 1/2" cubes
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the salad: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, red onion, halved tomatoes, and Kalamata olives. Gently fold in the cubed feta cheese to avoid breaking it apart.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and dried oregano until evenly combined. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- For best flavor, use high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
- To make the salad ahead, keep dressing separate until serving to prevent sogginess.
- Optional additions include sliced bell peppers, capers, or fresh herbs like parsley or mint for extra color and flavor.
- This salad is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
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