Best 6 Sylvias Easy Greek Salad Recipes

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**Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Mediterranean Delight**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad, a culinary journey that promises a symphony of freshness and taste. This classic Greek salad, also known as horiatiki salata, is a staple in Greek cuisine and a beloved dish worldwide. It's a symphony of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet onions, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with a luscious dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and aromatic herbs. Sylvia's recipe offers a delightful twist with the addition of Kalamata olives and a touch of dried oregano, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

**Additional Recipe Variations:**

- **Sylvia's Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken:** Elevate your salad with succulent grilled chicken breast, adding a protein-packed twist to this vegetarian dish.

- **Sylvia's Greek Salad with Quinoa:** Transform your salad into a wholesome meal by incorporating fluffy quinoa, providing a boost of fiber and essential nutrients.

- **Sylvia's Greek Salad with Roasted Vegetables:** Add a delightful smoky flavor with roasted bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant, enhancing the salad's nutritional value and visual appeal.

- **Sylvia's Greek Salad with Avocado:** Introduce a creamy and nutritious element with ripe avocado slices, balancing the tangy flavors of the dressing.

- **Sylvia's Greek Salad with Shrimp:** Delight your seafood-loving friends with plump and flavorful shrimp, making this salad a delightful main course.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY GREEK SALAD



Easy Greek Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
4 whole ripe tomatoes, cut into 6 wedges each, then each wedge cut in half
1 whole (large) cucumber, peeled, cut into fourths lengthwise, and diced into large chunks
1/2 whole red onion, sliced very thin
30 whole pitted kalamata olives, cut in half lengthwise, plus 6 olives, chopped fine
6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar, or more to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 whole lemon, for squeezing

Steps:

  • Add the chopped lettuce, tomato wedges, cucumber chunks, onion slices, halved olives, half the feta and some parsley to a large bowl.
  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and chopped olives in a bowl or mason jar. Whisk or shake together until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings (I almost always add a little more sugar).
  • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, then add some salt and pepper. Toss with tongs or clean hands. Just before serving, top with the remaining feta and squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.

MEDITERRANEAN GREEK SALAD



Mediterranean Greek Salad image

This is a great salad to take to a barbeque. All ingredients are approximate, so add more or less of any ingredient depending on your own taste.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cucumbers, seeded and sliced
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
3 cups diced roma tomatoes
⅓ cup diced oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved
½ red onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the cucumbers, feta cheese, olives, roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons reserved sun-dried tomato oil, and red onion. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 486.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SYLVIA'S VERSION OF GREEK TORTELLINI SALAD



Sylvia's Version of Greek Tortellini Salad image

Make and share this Sylvia's Version of Greek Tortellini Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CookingMonster

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb fresh tortellini (cheese flavored)
1 (250 g) bottle Kraft sun-dried tomato salad dressing
1 cup long English cucumber, sliced
1 (10 ounce) jar pitted black olives
1 large tomatoes, wedged (about 20) or 1 large cherry tomatoes (about 20)
1/2 cup small feta cheese, crumbled
1 small green pepper, sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh chives (can use dried too)

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to pkg. directions and cool.
  • Add dressing and all ingredients except cheese.
  • Toss well.
  • Crumble feta on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 64.4, Sodium 1220.6, Carbohydrate 61.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 19.2

SYLVIA'S EASY GREEK SALAD



Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad image

This is a quick and easy salad to prepare and it's a healthy meal when served with chicken or fruit.

Provided by SKEHLER

Categories     Vegetable Salads

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup red bell pepper, chopped
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup diced red onion
4 large black olives, quartered
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olives.
  • Whisk together the oil and vinegar. Before serving add the oil and vinegar, feta cheese and salt. Toss together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 253.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

SYLVIA'S EASY GREEK SALAD



Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad image

This is a quick and easy salad to prepare and it's a healthy meal when served with chicken or fruit.

Provided by SKEHLER

Categories     Vegetable Salads

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup red bell pepper, chopped
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup diced red onion
4 large black olives, quartered
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olives.
  • Whisk together the oil and vinegar. Before serving add the oil and vinegar, feta cheese and salt. Toss together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 253.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

SYLVIA'S EASY GREEK SALAD [19]



SYLVIA'S EASY GREEK SALAD [19] image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Pepper     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup cucumber - peeled, seeded and chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 cup diced red onion
4 large black olives, quartered
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olives. Whisk together the oil and vinegar. Before serving add the oil and vinegar, feta cheese and salt. Toss together and serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
  • Use a variety of olives, such as Kalamata, green, and black olives.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Do not overcook the vegetables.
  • Add the feta cheese and dressing just before serving.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a healthy side dish, this salad is sure to please.

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