Best 4 Greek Salad Xoriatiki Salata Recipes

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our authentic Greek Salad, a refreshing and healthy dish that embodies the essence of Greek cuisine. This classic salad, also known as Xoriatiki Salata, is a symphony of fresh, crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Discover the simplicity and versatility of this iconic salad with our carefully curated collection of recipes, ranging from the traditional to the contemporary. Explore variations that incorporate unique ingredients, dressings, and presentation styles, allowing you to tailor the salad to your personal preferences. Dive into the culinary heritage of Greece and savor the goodness of Greek Salad, a delightful and nutritious dish that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK HORIATIKI SALAD

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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

GREEK SALAD (HORIATIKI SALATA)

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On the menu in every Greek restaurant and many non-Greek restaurants as well, this salad has many individual variations, but here are the basics to work from. This is the traditional version that does not include lettuce. This is the way they made it in the Greek restaurant I worked in. They claimed this is the most traditional. All I know is that it is fresh and delicious!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 -5 large ripe tomatoes
1 large red onion
1 cucumber
1 green bell peppers or 1 yellow bell pepper
1/4 lb feta cheese, sliced (Or crumbled)
dried oregano
sea salt
top quality extra virgin olive oil
1 dozen kalamata olives or 1 dozen green cretan olive, etc., Pitted
pickled hot pepperoncini pepper (garnish)
1 tablespoon water
anchovy (optional)
capers (optional)

Steps:

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.
*Anchovies: if you like this salty fish, add a couple to the salad before tossing.
For Vegetarian do NOT use the anchovies.
Capers: toss in a few if you like them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 445.2, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 4, Sugar 9.5, Protein 6.8

HORIATIKI SALATA: GREEK SALAD

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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

GREEK SALAD

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While diner-style Greek salads made with chopped romaine, crumbled feta and often grilled chicken have become ubiquitous in American restaurants, a traditional Greek salad, or horiatiki salata, is a simpler affair. An assembled salad of large-diced vegetables with Kalamata olives and sometimes capers, this salad has no greens at all, and the feta is served sliced on top of the salad rather than crumbled and tossed into it. A traditional Greek salad is dressed lightly with olive oil and red wine vinegar; this recipe adds garlic and oregano. To make the salad into a satisfying vegetarian main course, throw in a can of drained and rinsed chickpeas.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 small garlic clove, grated or finely minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound ripe red tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges (2 or 3 tomatoes)
1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 green bell pepper, cored, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3/4 cup Kalamata olives
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/2 medium yellow or red onion, very thinly sliced into rings
8 ounces Greek feta cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick

Steps:

In a bowl or small glass measuring cup, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, then set aside.
Arrange the tomatoes, cucumber and bell pepper in a large shallow serving bowl. Scatter the olives, capers and onions on top, then drizzle about half the dressing evenly over the salad.
Place the slices of feta on top of the salad and drizzle with additional dressing to taste. Serve at room temperature.

Tips:

Use ripe, fresh vegetables: The quality of your vegetables will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. Look for ripe, firm tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.
Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and make your salad look more appealing.
Don't overdress your salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can overwhelm the other flavors in the salad.
Serve your salad immediately: Greek salad is best when served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and vegetables separately and assemble the salad just before serving.

Conclusion:

Greek salad is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its bright flavors and crunchy texture, Greek salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, try making a Greek salad. You won't be disappointed!