Best 2 Simple Greek Salad Recipes

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**Discover the explosion of flavors and textures in our versatile Greek salad, an iconic Mediterranean dish.**

Brighten your table with this classic salad, featuring ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, juicy onions, and tangy feta cheese. Drizzle our homemade vinaigrette, balancing zesty lemon juice, fragrant oregano, and fresh parsley.

Indulge in three variations of this beloved salad:

1. **Classic Greek Salad**: Experience the traditional delight with juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, crunchy onions, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in our aromatic vinaigrette.

2. **Cucumber Salad with Feta**: Relish the simplicity of cucumbers, red onion, and crumbled feta, harmonized with a light and tangy vinaigrette, perfect for a refreshing side dish or as a vibrant addition to your main course.

3. **Tomato and Feta Salad**: Savor the sweet tomatoes, juicy cucumbers, and briny feta, enhanced by a zesty lemon-oregano vinaigrette. This vibrant salad is sure to impress as a light lunch or as a vibrant addition to your next gathering.

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Greece with this versatile dish, suitable for vegetarians and adaptable to various dietary preferences. Enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean in every bite!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE GREEK YOGURT EGG SALAD



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Greek yogurt gives this dish a healthy kick, but the brown sugar makes sure no one even knows it's in there! Very kid-friendly.

Provided by CookingFreak

Categories     Salad     Egg Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped green onion
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
¼ teaspoon dill weed
¼ teaspoon paprika
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk yogurt and brown sugar together in a bowl. Add eggs, celery, green onion, relish, mustard, dill, paprika, and black pepper; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 426.8 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 288.7 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

SIMPLE GREEK BEET SALAD



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Make and share this Simple Greek Beet Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb beet (about 1/2 kg beets)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Boil the beets with their skins for about 30 to 40 minutes, let them cool and peel (this can get messy).
  • In a little bowl mix the olive oil, vinegar and garlic.
  • Cut the beets in round slices and place on a plate.
  • Pour the dressing over the beets and sprinkle with the walnuts.
  • *You can also cut in cubes and serve in a deeper bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 88.6, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 9.3, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your salad. Use fresh, ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Choose a good quality feta cheese and olive oil.
  • Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and make your salad more visually appealing.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other flavors in the salad.
  • Let the salad rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. If you're making the salad ahead of time, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Greek salad is a delicious, refreshing, and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, Greek salad is a classic dish that will never go out of style.

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