Best 6 Copy Cat Greek Salad From The Corner Greek Deli Recipes

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In the realm of delightful culinary creations, the copycat Greek salad from the corner Greek deli stands as a beacon of Mediterranean flavor. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures, and tantalizing taste, this salad has captivated the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Replicating this delectable dish in the comfort of your own kitchen may seem like a daunting task, but fear not! With careful ingredient selection, meticulous preparation techniques, and a touch of culinary artistry, you can recreate this classic salad and transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC GREEK SALAD



Classic Greek Salad image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings for lunch or 4 as a side

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 large leaves red leaf lettuce, sliced crosswise
1/4 large red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, cut into large dice
1 vine-ripened tomato, cut into wedges
1/2 English cucumber, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 Kalamata olives
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl and whisk together. Add the oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly.
  • Combine the lettuce, onion, bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, olives and feta in a large salad bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss until all of the ingredients are well coated. Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.

GREEK DINNER SALAD



Greek Dinner Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup pepperoncini and/or kalamata olives, plus 1 tablespoon brine from the jar
1 small clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 romaine lettuce hearts, thinly sliced crosswise
1 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, dill, mint and/or oregano)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
12 stuffed grape leaves (from the deli counter)

Steps:

  • Soak the onion in a small bowl of ice water, about 5 minutes. Make the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, pepperoncini or olive brine, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow stream until blended. Drain the onion and add to the bowl with the dressing. Add the lettuce, herbs, tomatoes and cucumbers and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the pepperoncini and/or olives, feta and stuffed grape leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338, Fat 27 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 33 milligrams, Sodium 1018 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams

KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS GREEK SALAD



Kittencal's Famous Greek Salad image

Be prepared for the best Greek salad on the planet! --- plan ahead the dressing needs at least 2 or more hours to blend the flavors, I sometimes add in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to the dressing for a more cheesy dressing, all amounts may be adjusted to taste ---- to marinade the salad allow to sit at room temperature before serving, see bottom of instructions --- you will find this and many more of my recipes posted here http://kittencalskitchen.com/2009/04/13/kittens-famous-greek-salad/ ---also see my recipe #359292

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Greek

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup olive oil (can reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 extra large lemon, juice of (can use 2 lemons ( make certain that the lemon is at room temperature before squeezing)
2 -4 teaspoons dried oregano (start with 2 teaspoons)
3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 large romaine lettuce, chopped (or use 2 small)
2 -3 plum tomatoes, cut in wedges (use Roma tomatoes)
1 English cucumber (peeled, seeded and chopped)
1 red onion, cut in slices
1 green bell pepper (seeded and cut into rings or sliced) (optional)
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled (or to taste)
1 cup kalamata olive

Steps:

  • For the dressing; in a processor or use a wire whisk process/whisk the olive oil with lemon juice, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, garlic, dried, basil, red wine vinegar, salt and sugar until smooth (add in more oregano and lemon juice if needed).
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Chill in fridge for a couple of hours before using to blend flavors.
  • Place the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Pour dressing over; toss to combine.
  • If desired allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving, or you can refrigerate for 1 hour (tossing a few time during sitting time).

GREEK SALAD, THE BEST!



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This salad has remained a favorite in our house for many years. I make it often for special occasions and receive rave reviews all around; you will too when you serve this wonderful Greek salad!

Provided by Carol Amos

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons dried oregano, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 large cucumber, cut into matchsticks
1 red onion, sliced
1 cup black olives
½ pound feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Blend olive oil, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper together in a food processor until smooth.
  • Combine romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese together in large bowl. Drizzle dressing over vegetable mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 799.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

COPY CAT GREEK SALAD FROM THE CORNER GREEK DELI



Copy Cat Greek Salad from the Corner Greek Deli image

After tinkering with this recipe for a number of years, this is it, the Greek salad that is light and delicious. It is even better the next day... ENJOY

Provided by Ronbiz

Categories     Potluck

Time 24m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 head lettuce, rinse shake dry and chopped. (Romaine is Best)
1 medium red onion, take off the bad looking stuff and slice thin
2 -3 roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled dice smaller
12 ounces Greek peppers (drained Mezzetta Imported Garlic & Dill Peperoncini)
10 ounces pitted kalamata olives
1 cucumber, Sliced and cut again
1/2 cup olive oil (extra virgin first cold pressed)
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 teaspoon fresh garlic clove, minced 1-2
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard

Steps:

  • Directions: The FINAL PART 1. Add in large serving bowl, all the "Part One" ingredients, cucumbers last. 2. In a side bowl or the feta container, mix together all "Part Two" ingredients. 3. Pour over the salad, cover and chill. You can serve immediately but if you wait a few hours it is much better. Stir the oil from the bottom to the top every so often while chilling. NOTE: It is even better the next day. 4. cover while storing, otherwise your refrigerator will remember for a few days what your made! Use olive oil that is Extra Virgin and has not been open for more than a few weeks. Better get a fresh bottle -- It is worth it -- .

DAD'S GREEK SALAD



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The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. -Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
2-1/2 cups thinly sliced English cucumbers
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, optional
3/4 cup pitted Greek olives
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, salt and pepper and, if desired, oregano until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Top with olives and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients: This will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way.
  • Let the salad rest for a few minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad at room temperature: This is the best way to enjoy the flavors of the salad.
  • Add some crumbled feta cheese or Kalamata olives for extra flavor: This is a classic Greek salad topping.

Conclusion:

This Greek salad recipe is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh, seasonal vegetables. It's also a healthy and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. With its bright and flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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