Print

Best Greek Salad Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4 from 69 reviews

A classic and refreshing Greek Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy grape tomatoes, green bell peppers, Kalamata olives, red onions, and crumbly feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade red wine vinaigrette with lemon and oregano. This easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light lunch or a vibrant side dish.

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Dressing

  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Combine the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, diced green bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently toss to mix.
  2. Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  3. Emulsify the dressing: Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking vigorously to create a smooth and well-emulsified vinaigrette.
  4. Dress the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss the salad to evenly coat all the ingredients without breaking up the feta.
  5. Season and serve: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then serve immediately for the best freshness.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, ripe vegetables.
  • When slicing the red onion, soaking in cold water for 10 minutes can reduce sharpness if desired.
  • The salad can be chilled for up to an hour before serving to blend the flavors better.
  • Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for a richer dressing flavor.
  • This salad is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.

Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/best-greek-salad-recipe/