Best 5 Lindas Greek Salad Recipes

**Introduction:**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Linda's Greek Salad, a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of Greek cuisine. This refreshing and healthy dish is a delightful symphony of crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and aromatic herbs. Discover the secrets behind Linda's perfected recipe, along with variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and add a unique twist to this classic salad. Explore options for a traditional Greek dressing, a lighter vinaigrette, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a nutritious meal or a meat lover looking for a refreshing side dish, Linda's Greek Salad has something for everyone. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece and experience the magic of this timeless recipe.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHOPPED GREEK SALAD

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This Greek salad recipe is the best! It features chopped romaine lettuce and colorful garden vegetables, plus irresistible olives, feta cheese, and a simple Greek vinaigrette. Recipe yields 6 to 8 side servings or 3 to 4 meal-sized servings (that's a lot of salad!). If you store the salad separately from the vinaigrette, it will keep well for up to 4 days.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

10 ounces chopped romaine lettuce* (about 2 medium or 3 small heads, chopped)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 medium cucumber (about 8 ounces), seeded and chopped
1 yellow or orange bell pepper
1/2 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives
6 ounces feta cheese, sliced into 1/4" cubes (about 1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 medium cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes, for heat (optional)

Steps:

In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, parsley, olives and feta. Toss the ingredients together and set aside.
To prepare the vinaigrette, combine all of the ingredients in a liquid measuring cup and whisk until blended. Taste, and add more vinegar if you'd like a more tangy dressing, or more honey for a more tame dressing.
If you'll be serving all of the salad at once, go ahead and drizzle enough dressing in to lightly coat the salad and toss to combine. I prefer to store the salad and dressing separately so I can enjoy salad for a few days. Whisk the dressing again before drizzling (if the olive oil solidifies a bit in the refrigerator, don't worry, that's normal-just let it warm up for about 5 minutes at room temperature or microwave for 10 to 20 seconds).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 side salad with 1/8th of salad dressing, Calories 246 calories, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 502.6 mg, Fat 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg

GREEK SALAD

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Try Ina Garten's fresh Greek Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network for a colorful veggie dish that's studded with salty olives and feta cheese.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, large-diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large-diced
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, sliced in half-rounds
1/2 pound feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
1/2 cup calamata olives, pitted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil

Steps:

Place the cucumber, peppers, tomatoes and red onion in a large bowl.
For the vinaigrette, whisk together the garlic, oregano, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Still whisking, slowly add the olive oil to make an emulsion. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Add the feta and olives and toss lightly. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Serve at room temperature.

TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD RECIPE

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Simple traditional Greek Salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, olives and creamy feta cheese.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium red onion
4 Medium juicy tomatoes
1 English cucumber (hot house cucumber) (partially peeled making a striped pattern)
1 green bell pepper (cored)
Greek pitted Kalamata olives (a handful to your liking)
kosher salt (a pinch)
4 tbsp quality extra virgin olive oil
1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar
Blocks of Greek feta cheese (do not crumble the feta, leave it in large pieces)
1/2 tbsp dried oregano

Steps:

Cut the red onion in half and thinly slice into half moons. (If you want to take the edge off, place the sliced onions in a solution of iced water and vinegar for a bit before adding to the salad. I do this in the video).
Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks (I sliced some into rounds and cut the rest in wedges).
Cut the partially peeled cucumber in half length-wise, then slice into thick halves (at least 1/2" in thickness)
Thinly slice the bell pepper into rings.
Place everything in a large salad dish. Add a good handful of pitted kalamata olives.
Season very lightly with kosher salt (just a pinch) and a bit of dried oregano.
Pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar all over the salad. Give everything a very gentle toss to mix (do NOT over mix, this salad is not meant to be handled too much).
Now add the the feta blocks on top and add a sprinkle more of dried oregano.
Serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.9 kcal, Sodium 2.8 mg, Fat 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

INA GARTEN'S GREEK SALAD

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This is Ina Garten's highly rated Greek Salad recipe, featured on Food Network. The dressing is to die for!

Provided by Faux Chef Lael

Categories Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 English cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, large-diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large-diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (or grape tomatoes)
1/2 red onion, sliced in half-rounds
1/2 lb feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt (NOT table salt or sea salt)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

Place the cucumber, peppers, tomatoes and red onion in a large bowl.
For the vinaigrette, whisk together the garlic, oregano, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Still whisking, slowly add the olive oil to make an emulsion.
Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables.
Add the feta and olives and toss lightly.
Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Serve at room temperature.
Tips from me:
To reduce the sharpness of the onion, soak the sliced onion in ice cold water for 30 minutes and pat with paper towels to dry, before adding to salad.
To cut down on prep time, place a single layer of cherry/grape tomatoes between two Tupperware lids (or flat plates, etc.) and slice through all of them at once, using a sharp knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 905.2, Carbohydrate 10.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 7

LINDA'S GREEK RICE SALAD

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This salad is delicious with just about anything...Especially good with anything from the grill...ENJOY!!!

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories Rice

Time 55m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice
2 cups christy Greek salad dressing (Caesar may be substituted)
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, chopped
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Cook, and chill rice.
Dice and chop vegetables, and mix with rice, and feta cheese.
Add salad dressing, and mix well.
Refrigerate,until ready to serve.
At serving time add salad dressing, if desired, and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.1, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 1520.5, Carbohydrate 71, Fiber 7, Sugar 5.1, Protein 10.4

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing.
Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will not cook evenly and will become soggy.
Season your vegetables well: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
Don't overcook the vegetables: Vegetables should be cooked until they are tender-crisp, not mushy.
Serve the salad immediately: Greek salad is best served fresh.

Conclusion:

Greek salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients and tangy dressing, Greek salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Greek salad a try. You won't be disappointed!