Description
Greek Salad, also known as Horiatiki, is a fresh and vibrant dish that combines crisp vegetables, Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a simple, zesty dressing. It’s perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or part of a Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers, peeled and chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup Kalamata olives
1 cup feta cheese, block-style (or crumbled)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives.
- If using a block of feta, cut it into large cubes. Add the feta cheese to the salad.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, making sure all the vegetables and feta are coated evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh, but you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or fresh chili peppers.
- If you want a more substantial meal, you can add grilled chicken, lamb, or shrimp.
- This salad can also be customized with other vegetables such as bell peppers, radishes, or even roasted zucchini or eggplant.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
