Best 12 Greek Tomato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our tantalizing Greek Tomato Salad recipe. This classic dish, known as "horiatiki salata," is a symphony of fresh, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, aromatic onions, and tangy feta cheese. Marrying simplicity with taste, this salad is a staple of Greek cuisine and a refreshing addition to any meal.

In this article, we present a collection of Greek Tomato Salad recipes, each offering unique variations to suit your preferences. From the traditional recipe to innovative twists, these salads are sure to delight your taste buds and transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK TOMATO SALAD



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"My German father-in-law loves to vacation in Greece," relates Jerry Lappin of Garden City, Kansas. "After a stay on the sunny beaches of Rhodes, he game me the recipe for this zesty salad, full of fresh tomatoes, red onion, green pepper, ripe olives and feta cheese. I like to serve it for a light lunch with sourdough, French or Italian bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup thinly sliced red onion, separated into rings
1/2 cup coarsely chopped green pepper
4 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges
6 medium pitted whole ripe olives, halved
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, oregano, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Add red onion and green pepper; toss to coat. Stir in tomatoes, olives and cheese. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK TOMATO SALAD



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This is a common and colorful side dish for our summer cookouts. It's such a hit that I get complaints if I don't make it. Even the youngsters love this mix of fresh vegetable and light dressing! Regular black olives can be substituted for the Greek olives if you don't care for their flavor.

Provided by Laurie Gee

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
½ red onion, chopped
½ cup Greek black olives
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh basil
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (16 fl oz) bottle Greek salad dressing
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh basil

Steps:

  • Gently mix tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, 1/4 teaspoon chopped basil, and oregano together in a large bowl; top with feta cheese. Pour Greek dressing over salad and season with black pepper. Garnish salad with a sprig of fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 660.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

GREEK CUCUMBER - TOMATO AND ONION SALAD



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Make and share this Greek Cucumber - Tomato and Onion Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Poppy

Categories     Greek

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into eighths
2 cucumbers, peeled,sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, cucmbers, onion, olives, cheese and parsley in a bowl.
  • Drizzle on the vinegar, oil, and add salt and pepper.
  • Toss well.

GREEK CHICKEN AND TOMATO SALAD



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A small amount of seared and roasted chicken breast transforms this tomato-centric Greek salad into something substantial enough to eat as a main dish for lunch or a light supper.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, salads and dressings

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, halved and sliced across the grain
1 pound fresh, sweet ripe but firm tomatoes, cut in wedges
12 kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar (more to taste)
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
3 to 4 tablespoons chopped or torn fresh mint leaves (to taste)
1 heart of romaine lettuce, washed, dried and torn or cut in 1-inch pieces, or 1 bag arugula or spring mix, washed and spun dry

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Season the chicken breasts well with salt and pepper. Toss them in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Heat a grill pan or a cast iron pan over high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 2 minutes on each side, until grill marks appear if using a grill pan, or until nicely browned if using a regular pan. Transfer to a baking sheet and place in the oven. Roast for 10 to 15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees when inserted in the thickest part. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile place the sliced onion in a bowl and cover with water. Soak for 5 minutes, drain and rinse well. Drain on paper towels.
  • When the chicken is cool enough to handle tear it into bite-size pieces or a little bigger than bite-size and place in bowl. Add the onion, tomatoes and olives. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the lemon juice, vinegar and remaining olive oil. Add the mint and feta and toss again.
  • Line a platter or wide salad bowl with the lettuce. Top with the chicken and tomato salad, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 699 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MINTED FETA, TOMATO AND CUCUMBER GREEK SALAD



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Fresh-picked mint and summer tomatoes make this healthy salad a nice addition to a picnic or a barbecue buffet.

Provided by La Dilettante

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 5 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups cucumbers, peeled, seeded, diced
3 tablespoons onions, grated
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped coarsely
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Toss vegetables with dressing, Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.3, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 316.9, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 3.4

GREEK TOMATO SALAD



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The Greek approach to a good tomato salad, whether it has cucumbers and lettuce or not (this one doesn't), is all about keeping it simple. Sweet, ripe summer tomatoes, salt and olive oil are all you need. The flourishes here - green pepper, red onion, chopped mint and pinch of oregano - are optional, but they add brightness. Good Greek feta cheese takes it over the top.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 to 4 pounds ripe tomatoes, preferably heirloom
1 small red onion, sliced thinly crosswise
1 or 2 small sweet peppers, such as bell or corno di toro, sliced into thin rings
Flaky sea salt, such as Maldon
4 ounces Greek feta cheese
2 tablespoons roughly chopped mint
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Fruity extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Wash, core and slice tomatoes 1/2-inch thick. Arrange slices on a platter or in a shallow wide bowl.
  • Scatter onion and pepper slices over tomatoes and season everything with sea salt. Let sit 10 minutes to draw out juices.
  • Break feta into rough chunks and scatter over salad. Sprinkle mint and oregano over top, drizzle generously with olive oil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 734 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

GREEK TOMATO SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE AND OLIVES



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In Greek, this recipe is called Saláta Horiátiki! Try to use really good olive oil. Recipe is adapted from Whole Foods.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 firm cucumbers
4 ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into bite-sized slices
1 large green pepper, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces (you can use 1/2 green, 1/2 red pepper)
1 small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
4 -6 ounces feta cheese, cut into cubes
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olive, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves (or 1/2 tsp. dried)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
splash balsamic vinegar
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
sea salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Peel cucumber and cut in half lengthwise. With a small spoon, scrape out seeds and discard, then cut cucumber into bite-size chunks.
  • Place in a large bowl and combine with tomatoes, green pepper, onion, feta and olives.
  • In a small bowl, combine oregano and vinegars and whisk in olive oil. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with remaining dressing on the side. May serve over lettuce greens if desired.

ROASTED GARLIC AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO DRESSING FOR GREEK SALAD



Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing for Greek Salad image

This dressing also works well as a marinade for pork tenderloin or chicken. Everything can be made up ahead of time for last minute assembling.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head garlic, unpeeled
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon water
2 sun-dried tomatoes, minced
8 cups romaine lettuce leaves, torn
1 tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Using a knife, slice off 1/4 to 1/2 inch from the top of unpeeled garlic head to expose cloves. Place garlic in a small dish and drizzle with 1/2 tsp oil. Cover with foil, then bake in oven until garlic feels soft when pressed, 25 - 35 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. The recipe only calls for 5 - 6 cloves. Use the rest for other dishes.
  • Mash 6 cloves with a fork. Stir in oregano, salt and pepper. Whisk in remaining oil, vinegar and enough water for a dressing consistency. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Taste and add additional salt if needed.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tomatoes and cucmber. Toss with dressing. Add olives and cheese and toss again.

GREEK STYLE TOMATO AND ONION SALAD



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A recipe given to me by my Cypriot neighbor.. its really great, with just the right amount of vinegar and olive oil... made a few hours ahead gives the onion a bit of time to absorb the wonderful flavors

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tomatoes, wedges or 3 onions, sweet -mild
1/4 cup olive oil
2 -3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 -1 1/2 teaspoon oregano, dried
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Cut Tomatoes into wedges, slice the onion very fine, add to the tomatoes.
  • place in a shallow dish, add the vinegar, oil and oregano, sir to mix well, cover and leave for a few hours. giving a sprinkle of salt before serving.
  • with other salads at either a BBQ or with lasagna, steak or lamb.

GREEK TURKEY BURGERS WITH TOMATO SALAD



Greek Turkey Burgers with Tomato Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped pickled pepperoncini (2 to 3 peppers), plus 3 tablespoons brine
1 pint assorted grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
1 medium zucchini (half grated, half cut into matchsticks)
1/2 cup finely crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 pitas, warmed

Steps:

  • Combine the mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons pepperoncini brine in a small bowl. Toss the tomatoes with the chopped pepperoncini, the remaining 1 tablespoon brine, 2 tablespoons olive oil, half of the scallions and half of the mint in a medium bowl. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Refrigerate the mayonnaise and the tomato salad while you make the burgers.
  • Combine the turkey, grated zucchini, feta, oregano, the remaining scallions and mint, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl and mix well with your hands. Form into 4 oblong patties, about 4 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook until browned and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Cut off a piece of each pita to open. Serve the burgers and zucchini sticks in the pitas and drizzle with the mayonnaise sauce. Serve with the tomato salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Fat 36 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 117 milligrams, Sodium 1287 milligrams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 5 grams

GREEK TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Greek Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 fresh tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2 ",pieces
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (I use the fat free type)

Steps:

  • Mix together vinegars, oil, salt and oregano.
  • Add other ingredients.
  • Marinate several hours in refrigerator to allow flavors to blend.
  • Serve.

GREEK KALE TOMATO SALAD



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A simple salad for any time of year!

Provided by scbauer2

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Kale Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup stemmed, chopped kale
⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
6 grape tomatoes, halved - or more to taste
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Place kale in a salad bowl and add yogurt. Use your hands to rub kale and yogurt together to reduce bitterness, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir grape tomatoes and cucumber into kale mixture and top salad with crumbled feta cheese and sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 95.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a slight give when you gently squeeze them.
  • Use a variety of tomatoes: For a more complex flavor, use a mix of different types of tomatoes, such as cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, and heirloom tomatoes.
  • Slice the tomatoes thinly: This will help the tomatoes absorb the dressing and flavors from the other ingredients.
  • Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil: This will add a rich, fruity flavor to your salad.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper: This will help to balance out the flavors of the tomatoes and other ingredients.
  • Add fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, will add a pop of flavor and freshness to your salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Greek tomato salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Greek tomato salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients, Greek tomato salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this classic Greek recipe a try.

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