Greek Salad

Crispy, fresh and so full of flavor. This Greek salad is simple to make and that’s because it’s meant to be! Chop up some veggies, drizzle on an easy-to-make lemon dressing, and throw in some yummy feta. This salad is a crowd-pleaser.

Nick’s favorite thing about Greek Salad…

This classic Greek salad, also sometimes known as a horiatiki (village style) salad is crisp and zesty. It’s easy to make and takes little effort at all. Serve it with some delicious bread or as a side to a yummy Greek feast!

What does Greek Salad taste like?

Crispy delicious sweet veggies, capsicum, tomato, salty olives cucumber, onion. All tossed together with a zesty lemon dressing that is the perfect combination of lemony but creamy and delicious!

What are the ingredients I need for Greek Salad?

• Oregano – I used fresh and dried. Dried has a stronger flavor. The fresh one is for looks.
• Red wine vinegar – or white wine will work too.
• Lemons – zest and juice!
• Dijon mustard – this helps add a little bit of a peppery flavor. Very subtle.
• Salt and pepper – regular of both.
• Garlic – use fresh!
• Olive oil – make sure you’re using really good quality olive oil. It adds so much flavor!
• Capsicum – I used yellow capsicum, but you can use red too. Greeks typicaly use red capsicum.
• Lebanese cucumbers – English or continental will work too.
• Cherry tomatoes – or roma, garden tomatoes cut into wedges.
• Red onion – this will add sweetness.
• Kalamata olives – get the pitted ones. And the wrinkly ones are the most delicious!
• Mint leaves – to garnish.

Let’s go through each step.

Lemon Dressing

Add all the ingredients into a jug or large jar and mix or shake (if using jar) to combine. Set aside.

Greek Salad

Add the salad ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Pour half the dressing on top and toss to coat. Drizzle with more dressing and garnish with fresh mint leaves and sprinkle cubed feta.

My Top Tips!

• Storage – This Greek salad can be made a day in advanced without the dressing and then dressed no longer than 30 minutes before serving.
• Olive oil – Greek law (but not really) dictates that any Greek recipe must have really good quality olive oil used. Preferably not extra virgin. The strong olive oil flavor is super important.

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