A refreshing and authentic Classic Greek Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, tangy Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all dressed in a simple oregano and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish.
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Vegetables and Olives
3 cups cucumbers, diced
2 cups tomatoes, diced
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup bell peppers (red or green), diced
1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
Cheese
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine Vegetables and Olives: In a large bowl, add the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, diced bell peppers, and pitted Kalamata olives. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the combined vegetables and olives for a creamy, tangy layer.
Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Toss Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything without breaking up the feta too much.
Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for best freshness, or cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and crisp cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
Kalamata olives add authentic Greek flavor, but you can substitute with other pitted olives if needed.
Adjust the amount of olive oil and vinegar based on your taste preference for acidity and richness.
Salting the cucumbers lightly before mixing can help remove excess water to prevent a watery salad.
This salad is best enjoyed fresh but flavors improve with a short chill in the fridge.
