This Greek Salad (Horiatiki) is simple, refreshing, and full of bold Mediterranean flavor. It’s made with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, creamy feta, and a light oregano dressing—no lettuce needed, just pure freshness.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
🥗 Salad Base
- 3 cups tomatoes, chopped or wedges
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced or chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup feta cheese (block or large cubes)
- Optional: 1 green bell pepper, sliced
🥣 Greek Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: squeeze of lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Vegetables
- Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell pepper into chunky pieces.
- Slice red onion thinly.
2. Assemble the Salad
- Add tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, olives, and feta to a bowl.
3. Add Dressing
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle over salad.
4. Serve
- Toss gently or serve as-is with feta on top.
- Enjoy immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use high-quality olive oil for authentic flavor
- Keep veggies chunky, not chopped small
- Don’t overmix—Greek salad should stay rustic
- Feta tastes best in large blocks, not crumbled
🔁 Variations
- Extra flavor: Add capers or roasted red peppers
- Protein boost: Add grilled chicken or chickpeas
- Creamy twist: Add avocado slices
- Spicy version: Add chili flakes or jalapeños
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Perfect for BBQs, grilled meats, and seafood dishes
- Serve with pita bread or hummus
- Great as a light lunch or side dish
🔥 Final Thoughts
This Best Greek Salad Recipe is fresh, simple, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors, making it a timeless healthy favorite 🇬🇷🥗✨