Discover the tantalizing flavors of the Mediterranean with a delightful Greek salad, also known as "danas" or "horiatiki" salad. This iconic dish combines the freshest and most vibrant ingredients, showcasing the culinary heritage of Greece. With its crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy onions, and briny olives, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes. Dressed in a simple yet flavorful vinaigrette, the Greek salad is a refreshing and healthy option, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy appetizer, this classic Greek salad will surely satisfy your cravings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
DAD'S GREEK SALAD
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
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
TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD RECIPE
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
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
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
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 SALAD, THE BEST!
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
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
DANA'S GREEK SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic & oregano well.
- Assemble all the salad and veggies. Pour the tangy Greek dressing over the assembled salad.
DAKOS (GREEK BREAD SALAD)
Steps:
- Preheat the grill. Brush the bread with oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper. Grill bread on both sides until lightly golden brown. Remove the bread to a platter and let sit at room temperature to get slightly hard.
- Meanwhile, whisk together 1 cup olive oil, lemon juice, and dill in a medium bowl. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Fold the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and feta into the oil mixture and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Spoon the mixture over the bread. Garnish with additional dill and drizzle with chili oil, if desired. Serve immediately.
INA GARTEN'S GREEK SALAD
This is Ina Garten's highly rated Greek Salad recipe, featured on Food Network. The dressing is to die for!
Provided by Faux Chef Lael
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
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.
- Tips from me:
- To reduce the sharpness of the onion, soak the sliced onion in ice cold water for 30 minutes and pat with paper towels to dry, before adding to salad.
- To cut down on prep time, place a single layer of cherry/grape tomatoes between two Tupperware lids (or flat plates, etc.) and slice through all of them at once, using a sharp knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 905.2, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 7
GREEK SALAD
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
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 SALAD
While diner-style Greek salads made with chopped romaine, crumbled feta and often grilled chicken have become ubiquitous in American restaurants, a traditional Greek salad, or horiatiki salata, is a simpler affair. An assembled salad of large-diced vegetables with Kalamata olives and sometimes capers, this salad has no greens at all, and the feta is served sliced on top of the salad rather than crumbled and tossed into it. A traditional Greek salad is dressed lightly with olive oil and red wine vinegar; this recipe adds garlic and oregano. To make the salad into a satisfying vegetarian main course, throw in a can of drained and rinsed chickpeas.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl or small glass measuring cup, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, then set aside.
- Arrange the tomatoes, cucumber and bell pepper in a large shallow serving bowl. Scatter the olives, capers and onions on top, then drizzle about half the dressing evenly over the salad.
- Place the slices of feta on top of the salad and drizzle with additional dressing to taste. Serve at room temperature.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Cut your vegetables into uniform sizes. This will help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the vegetables. This will prevent them from steaming instead of roasting.
- Season the vegetables generously. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- Let the salad cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Greek salad is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its fresh, vibrant flavors, Greek salad is a perfect summer dish. However, it can be enjoyed all year round. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give Greek salad a try.
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