Best 9 Country Style Greek Salad Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with our guide to creating the ultimate country-style Greek salad. This vibrant and refreshing dish captures the essence of Greek cuisine, blending fresh and flavorful ingredients to create a delightful symphony of taste. From selecting the ripest tomatoes and cucumbers to crafting the perfect dressing, we'll unveil the secrets of this rustic salad, ensuring you transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece with every bite.

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

TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD RECIPE



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Simple traditional Greek Salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, olives and creamy feta cheese.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium red onion
4 Medium juicy tomatoes
1 English cucumber (hot house cucumber) (partially peeled making a striped pattern)
1 green bell pepper (cored)
Greek pitted Kalamata olives (a handful to your liking)
kosher salt (a pinch)
4 tbsp quality extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Blocks of Greek feta cheese (do not crumble the feta, leave it in large pieces)
1/2 tbsp dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut the red onion in half and thinly slice into half moons. (If you want to take the edge off, place the sliced onions in a solution of iced water and vinegar for a bit before adding to the salad. I do this in the video).
  • Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks (I sliced some into rounds and cut the rest in wedges).
  • Cut the partially peeled cucumber in half length-wise, then slice into thick halves (at least 1/2" in thickness)
  • Thinly slice the bell pepper into rings.
  • Place everything in a large salad dish. Add a good handful of pitted kalamata olives.
  • Season very lightly with kosher salt (just a pinch) and a bit of dried oregano.
  • Pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar all over the salad. Give everything a very gentle toss to mix (do NOT over mix, this salad is not meant to be handled too much).
  • Now add the the feta blocks on top and add a sprinkle more of dried oregano.
  • Serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.9 kcal, Sodium 2.8 mg, Fat 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK SALAD



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Try Ina Garten's fresh Greek Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network for a colorful veggie dish that's studded with salty olives and feta cheese.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, large-diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large-diced
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, sliced in half-rounds
1/2 pound feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
1/2 cup calamata olives, pitted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the cucumber, peppers, tomatoes and red onion in a large bowl.
  • For the vinaigrette, whisk together the garlic, oregano, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Still whisking, slowly add the olive oil to make an emulsion. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Add the feta and olives and toss lightly. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Serve at room temperature.

GREEK COUNTRY SALAD



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"This salad is a summer favorite with everyone and virtually a meal in itself!" -Christine Chinchilla, Hinckley, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 large tomatoes, chopped
1 large cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/4 cups chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
2 packages (4 ounces each) crumbled feta cheese
Sliced French bread

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and seasoning. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

COUNTRY-STYLE GREEK SALAD



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This salad made without lettuce is called country or peasant and is served throughout Greece. From CI Stand time is cook time

Provided by Boo Chef in West Te

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 1 salad, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 minced medium garlic clove (about 1 teaspoon)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium red onion, sliced thin (about 3/4 cup)
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices (about 4 cups)
6 large vine-ripened tomatoes, each tomato cored, seeded, and cut into 12 wedges (about 2 pounds)
1/4 cup loosely packed torn fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup loosely packed torn fresh mint leaves
6 ounces jarred roasted red peppers, cut into 1/2 by 2-inch strips (about 1 cup)
20 large kalamata olives, each olive pitted and quartered lengthwise
5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Whisk vinaigrette ingredients in large bowl until combined. Add onion and cucumber and toss; let stand to blend flavors, about 20 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, parsley, mint, and peppers to bowl with onions and cucumbers; toss to coat with dressing.
  • Transfer salad to wide, shallow serving bowl or platter; sprinkle olives and feta over salad. Serve immediately.

CLASSIC GREEK SALAD



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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 SALAD



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Make a fresh and colourful Greek salad in no time. It's great with grilled meats at a barbecue, or on its own as a veggie main

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4 as a side - easily doubled for main course

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large vine tomatoes, cut into irregular wedges
1 cucumber, peeled, deseeded, then roughly chopped
½ a red onion thinly sliced
16 Kalamata olives
1 tsp dried oregano
85g feta cheese, cut into chunks (barrel matured feta is the best)
4 tbsp Greek extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place 4 large vine tomatoes, cut into wedges, 1 peeled, deseeded and chopped cucumber, ½ a thinly sliced red onion, 16 Kalamata olives, 1 tsp dried oregano, 85g feta cheese chunks and 4 tbsp Greek extra virgin olive oil in a large bowl.
  • Lightly season, then serve with crusty bread to mop up all of the juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 2.64 milligram of sodium

GREEK COUNTRY SALAD



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Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For dressing
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon honey
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
For salad
1/2 lb escarole (preferably pale inner leaves), chopped (4 cups)
1/4 lb tender young mustard greens, trimmed and finely chopped (2 cups)
1/2 lb dandelion greens, tough stems discarded and leaves cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices (2 cups)
2 oz baby spinach (2 cups)
1 cup watercress sprigs, trimmed
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion

Steps:

  • Make dressing:
  • Whisk together lemon juice, salt, and honey in a large salad bowl and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until blended.
  • Make salad:
  • Add salad ingredients to dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

FAMILY-STYLE GREEK SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Olive     Tomato     No-Cook     Feta     Cucumber     Lettuce     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 large head iceberg lettuce, torn into 1-inch pieces
2 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, thinly sliced
4 large tomatoes (1 1/4 pounds), cut into thin wedges
1 large red onion, sliced paper-thin
12 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup large round black Greek olives or other brine-cured black olives
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, garlic powder, and oregano in small bowl to blend. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, cheese, and olives in very large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine. Add vinaigrette to salad and toss to coat.

TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD



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This tart and crispy salad complements a variety of entrees, from casseroles and meats to pasta and pizza. "It's one of my favorite dishes," notes Valerie Belley from St. Louis, Missouri.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn
2 medium cucumbers, sliced
3 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 green onions, chopped
2 packages (4 ounces each) crumbled feta cheese
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, onions and feta cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Cut your vegetables evenly. This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing.
  • Don't overcook your vegetables. They should still be slightly crunchy.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese. This will add a delicious tang to your salad.
  • Drizzle your salad with a flavorful dressing. This will help to bring all the flavors together.

Conclusion:

This Greek salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this Greek salad a try.

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