Name: Greek Salad (Horiatiki)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: Vegetables: 4 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped; 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced into rounds or half-moons; 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; Cheese: 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, cut into large chunks or crumbled; Extras: 15-20 Kalamata olives; Dressing: 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Description

Greek Salad, also known as Horiatiki, is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Made with crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a simple olive oil dressing, this salad is a perfect appetizer, side dish, or light meal. It’s easy to prepare and bursting with authentic Greek flavors!

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables:
- 4 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced into rounds or half-moons
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Cheese:
- 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, cut into large chunks or crumbled
Extras:
- 15–20 Kalamata olives
Dressing:
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables:
Wash and dry the vegetables. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, slice the cucumber and bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion. Combine these in a large salad bowl.
Add the Olives and Feta:
Scatter the Kalamata olives over the vegetables. Place the chunks of feta cheese on top.
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Dress the Salad:
Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to avoid breaking the feta, or leave it as a composed salad for a traditional presentation.
Serve:
Garnish with an extra sprinkle of oregano if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread or as part of a larger Mediterranean spread.

Notes

Use the freshest vegetables for the best flavor.
If available, opt for Greek olive oil and feta for an authentic taste.
This salad is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
For a heartier meal, serve with grilled chicken or falafel.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Tossing
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: Greek salad, Horiatiki, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, vegetarian Greek dish