Best 4 Greek Horiatiki Salad Recipes

**Introduction:**

Indulge in the quintessential flavors of Greece with our authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This classic salad, also known as Greek Village Salad or Country Salad, is a staple of Greek meze platters and a delightful accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. With its origins in rural Greece, Horiatiki Salad showcases the bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients, making it a celebration of simplicity and culinary heritage. This article presents two variations of the beloved Horiatiki Salad: a traditional recipe that stays true to its rustic roots and a modern interpretation that adds a contemporary twist to the classic flavors. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and serving suggestions, ensuring that you can easily recreate this culinary gem in your own kitchen. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece as we explore the vibrant flavors and textures of the Horiatiki Salad, a timeless dish that embodies the spirit of Greek hospitality and culinary tradition.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK HORIATIKI SALAD

Greek Horiatiki Salad image

This is the one and only Greek salad recipe that you'll ever need! Enjoy this Greek salad for summer BBQs, Greek dinner parties, picnics, and more. Ripe, red tomatoes will yield the best result. Serve with loads of good crusty bread to mop up the gorgeous juices.

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 large tomatoes
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
sea salt to taste
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 (4 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
½ cucumber, sliced
1 small green bell pepper, sliced
¼ cup Greek black olives
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Cut your tomatoes into wedges over the bowl that you're serving the salad in, so that any extra juices land in the bowl. Add onion slices. Liberally season with salt and oregano. Mix and allow tomatoes to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours, so that the salt releases the tomatoes' juices.
Mix in feta cheese, cucumber, bell pepper, and olives just before serving. Stir everything together. Drizzle with olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 25.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 486.1 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

HORIATIKI SALATA: GREEK SALAD

Horiatiki Salata: Greek Salad image

This salad is soooo good and oh so easy. Success depends upon the freshest ingredients, and the best olive oil

Provided by Miss V

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 -5 tomatoes (Large,ripe)
1 large red onion
1 cucumber
1 green bell pepper
1/4 lb Greek feta cheese (, sliced or cumbled)
1/4 teaspoon dried greek oregano (rigani)
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup top quality extra virgin olive oil
1 dozen Greek olive (Kalamata, green Cretan olives, etc.)
1 tablespoon water (optional)

Steps:

Preparation:.
Wash and dry the tomatoes, cucumber, and green pepper. Clean off the outer skin from the onion, wash, and dry.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized irregularly shaped chunks, removing the core. Salt lightly. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch slices, cutting slices in half (whether or not you peel the cucumber is a personal choice). Salt lightly. Slice the pepper into rings, removing the stem and seeds. Salt lightly. Slice the onion into thin rings.
Combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, green pepper and onion in a large salad bowl. Sprinkle with oregano, pour olive oil over the salad, and toss. Just before serving, place the feta on top of the salad, either as a slice or crumbled (as in photo), and toss in some olives. Sprinkle the cheese with oregano (and pepper if desired), mix the oil and water and drizzle over the top, and serve, garnished with hot peppers.
Additional ingredients.
Anchovies: if you like this salty fish, add a couple to the salad before tossing.
Capers: toss in a few if you like them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 400, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 8, Protein 6.3

THE BEST GREEK PEASANT SALAD (HORIATIKI)

The Best Greek Peasant Salad (Horiatiki) image

A delicious salad, loaded with ripe summer vegetables, Greek feta cheese and a simple vinaigrette.

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories Summer Salad

Time 10m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2-3 med. ripe and juicy tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 med. sweet banana pepper, or, half of a green bell pepper, sliced in ribbons
1 sm. English cucumber, or, 2 Persian cucumbers, peeled and cut in "coins"
¼-½ sm. red or mild white onion, thinly sliced
12 whole Kalamata olives
1 tsp. small capers (optional)
5 oz. Greek Feta cheese
1-2 med. pepperoncini (optional)
½ tsp. Greek dry oregano
VINAIGRETTE
½ cup extra olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ tsp. dried Greek oregano
1 tsp. sea salt

Steps:

Place all vegetables in a large bowl and gently combine.
Add the olives and capers and place the chunk of Feta cheese in the center. (Do not cut in pieces). Add the pepperoncini, if using. Sprinkle with the oregano.
For the vinaigrette, place everything in a glass jar and shake well to incorporate all the ingredients. Pour about half of the vinaigrette over the salad. Reserve the rest or adjust if needed. Do not be afraid to coat the salad really well with the simple vinaigrette.
Use thick slices of fresh, crusty bread to mop up the delicious juices.

HORIATIKI - THE REAL GREEK SALAD

Horiatiki - The REAL Greek Salad image

Horitiki is also known as a Village Salad. It's the most famous salad in Greece. No lettuce. Ever. Some people in our family don't use the vinegar, instead mixing the olive oil with a bit of water.

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories Other Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large ripe tomato, cut into wedges then halved
1 medium cucumber, cut in 1/2 inch half-moons
1/4 c red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 kalamata olives, whole
2 oz feta cheese, cut in 2 thick slices
1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
dried greek oregano
salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

1. Combine the tomato, cucumber, red onion and green pepper in a bowl. Add the red wine vinegar and toss gently to combine.
2. Add the olive oil, salt and pepper, to taste, then toss gently until incorporated. Add the Kalamata olives. Sprinkle the salad with a little oregano.
3. Divide the salad between two shallow bowls. Place a piece of feta on top of each and sprinkle the feta with oregano and another drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper, if needed.
4. Note: Most often we don't plate this individually, and everyone just uses their forks to help themselves. We also take thick crusty bread and dip it in the oil & vinegar dressing that goes to the bottom of the bowl.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your salad. Choose tomatoes that are ripe and juicy, cucumbers that are crisp and firm, and onions that are sweet and mild.
Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables, make sure to give them enough space so that they can brown properly.
Season the vegetables well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt, pepper, and oregano. This will help to bring out the flavor of the vegetables.
Let the salad cool slightly before serving: This will help the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Greek Horiatiki Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this salad is sure to become a favorite.