Best 3 Mediterranean Greek Salad Recipes

In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes emanate the vibrant flavors and sun-kissed essence of the Mediterranean region quite like the iconic Greek salad. This refreshing and wholesome dish, known as "horiatiki salata" in its native Greece, is a symphony of fresh, crisp ingredients that capture the essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle. With its colorful medley of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet onions, and vibrant bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and pungent oregano, this salad is a true celebration of Mediterranean cuisine. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or as part of an elaborate spread, the Greek salad stands as a testament to the culinary heritage of Greece and the beauty of simple, yet delectable dishes.

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

MEDITERRANEAN GREEK SALAD

Mediterranean Greek Salad image

This is a great salad to take to a barbeque. All ingredients are approximate, so add more or less of any ingredient depending on your own taste.

Provided by Heather

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cucumbers, seeded and sliced
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
3 cups diced roma tomatoes
⅓ cup diced oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved
½ red onion, sliced

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, toss together the cucumbers, feta cheese, olives, roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons reserved sun-dried tomato oil, and red onion. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 486.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

GREEK/MEDITERRANEAN POTATO SALAD

Greek/Mediterranean Potato Salad image

A great tasting potato salad with no mayonnaise. Very Greek, makes you want to break plates and drink ouzo.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories Potato

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 lbs boiling potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 -3 tablespoons strained fresh lemon juice
cayenne pepper (optional)
3 -5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped onion, preferably mild ones
4 small tomatoes (optional)
1/3 cup chopped parsley
2 teaspoons capers, drained (optional)
1/2 cup flavorful olive, such as kalamata, pitted and cut in half (optional)

Steps:

Cut any large potatoes in half to speed up the cooking.
Put the potatoes in a large saucepan, completely cover with water and add salt.
Bring to a boil.
Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until a knife can pierce the center of the largest potato easily and the potato falls from the knife when lifted, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile prepare the dressing: In a small bowl whisk 2 tablespoons lemon juice with a pinch of salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Add 3 tablespoons olive oil and whisk again.
Drain the potatoes in a colander, rinse them briefly and leave just until cool enough to handle.
Peel them if you like, and cut them into 1 inch cubes.
Put them in a large bowl and add the onions, 3 tablespoons dressing and a sprinkling of salt and pepper.
With a rubber spatula, fold together gently but thoroughly.
Let potatoes cool to room temperature.
Dice the tomatoes to add them to the salad, or cut them in thick wedges to use as garnish.
Whisk the remaining dressing, pour it over the potatoes and fold it together.
Add the parsley, capers, half the olives and the diced tomatoes to the potatoes and fold together lightly.
Taste, adjust seasoning, and add more lemon juice and olive oil if needed.
Garnish with the remaining olives and with the tomatoes, if you've cut them in wedges.
Serve at room temperature.

KITTENCAL'S MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE TAVERNA CHOPPED GREEK SALAD

Kittencal's Mediterranean-Style Taverna Chopped Greek Salad image

In Greece there are many recipes for this salad, if you love Mediterranean-style full-flavored salads then this is one I think you will really enjoy! You can omit the oil and red wine vinegar and just use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes, but I like to add it in for extra flavor, use as much artichokes as you like, adjust all ingredients to taste, the oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes are what makes this salad so do not omit, also see my recipe#66596

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cucumbers (seeded and chopped or sliced)
3 ripe roma tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil (drained, diced and reserve 2 tablespoons of the oil)
quartered artichoke heart (use any amount desired)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup kalamata olive
1 1/2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (mixed with red wine vingar to taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste, lots black pepper!)
dried oregano (optional and to taste)

Steps:

In a large bowl toss together cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, diced sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of the sun-dried tomato oil, artichokes, and the red onion and olives; toss to combine.
In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil with a small amount of red wine vinegar (or to taste) drizzle over the salad.
Season with salt and lots fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Chill until ready to serve.
Just before serving sprinkle the feta cheese on top of the salad, then prinkle a small amount of dried oregano on top of the feta if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 603.5, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.5, Protein 6.9

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your salad. Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs.
Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing in your salad.
Don't overdress your salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can overwhelm the other flavors in your salad.
Let your salad rest for a few minutes before serving: This allows the flavors to meld and the dressing to soak into the vegetables.

Conclusion:

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. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a Greek salad recipe that you will love.