Greek Salad

This classic Greek salad is a fresh, vibrant, and incredibly easy lunch that comes together in just 10 minutes. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, tangy black olives, red onion, and a generous slab of creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with golden olive oil and a sprinkle of dried oregano. This authentic Greek salad recipe is light, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

⏱Prep Time

10 minutes

⏱Cook Time

0 minutes

⏱Total Time

10 minutes

🥘 Servings

2 Serving

Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber, chopped into chunks
  • 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped into chunks
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup black or Kalamata olives
  • 100g feta cheese, sliced or crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

🍽 Serving Suggestion

Serve the Greek salad fresh at room temperature alongside warm pita bread or grilled chicken. It also makes a perfect light side dish for any Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition (Approximate)

Calories: 280 kcal        Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g        Fat: 22 g

Instructions

  1. Chop the cucumber and tomatoes into chunky bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
  2. Add the thinly sliced red onion and olives to the bowl.
  3. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables.
  4. Season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Place the feta cheese on top — either as a whole slab or crumbled.
  7. Add a final drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of oregano on the feta before serving.

⭐ Tips

  • Use Kalamata olives for the most authentic Greek flavor
  • Never substitute fresh feta — it makes all the difference
  • Add a splash of red wine vinegar for extra tanginess
  • Best served immediately — avoid refrigerating after dressing