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Vibrant close-up of a fresh Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and Kalamata olives.

Authentic Greek Salad Recipe

This fresh and vibrant Greek salad features ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, Kalamata olives, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. It's a quick, healthy, and authentic Mediterranean side or main dish.
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, halved and pitted
  • 6 oz feta cheese, block form, cut into 1/2" cubes
  • 1 small green bell pepper, cut into 1/2" pieces (optional)
  • Fresh oregano for garnish (optional)
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl For assembling the salad
  • Small whisk or fork For making the vinaigrette
  • Cutting Board To prep vegetables
  • Sharp knife For slicing and dicing ingredients
  • Measuring spoons and cups To measure dressing ingredients

Method
 

  1. Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumber into half-moons, red onion into thin slices, halve the tomatoes and olives, and cube the feta. Prep green bell pepper if using.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and green bell pepper (if using). Gently fold in the feta cubes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh oregano if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use block feta in brine and high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Soak red onions in ice water to mellow their sharpness. Dress the salad just before serving to maintain its crisp texture.