HORIATIKI - THE REAL GREEK SALAD

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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

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.

isaac erickson
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I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They were so crisp and refreshing.


Obaid Tariq
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This salad is a great way to use up all the fresh vegetables from my garden.


Arturo Avalos
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This is the best Greek salad I've ever had. The tomatoes were so juicy and flavorful, and the feta cheese was the perfect salty complement.


Mohad Ali
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I made this salad for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaining!


Dj David
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.


Melnyk
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's the perfect way to showcase fresh, seasonal vegetables.


Sorania Telena
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This is my go-to salad recipe for summer gatherings. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make.


Shreeya Khadka
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the fresh, vibrant flavors. I'll definitely be making it again.


Godwin chukwuyem
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I love the way the flavors meld together, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Danny Simmons
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I've made this salad countless times, and it's always a hit. The combination of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and briny olives is irresistible. I also love the addition of feta cheese and red onion, which add a nice tang.


Maxamed Xirsi
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Horiatiki salad is the epitome of Greek cuisine: simple, fresh, and bursting with flavor. This recipe is spot-on, and I especially appreciate the detailed instructions for cutting the vegetables and assembling the salad.