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Jul 30, 2022

Greek Salad with Grape Tomatoes and Feta

This Greek Salad is really simple but exceptionally tasty. Sometimes simple is better, especially in the summer. 

Greek salad in two bowls.




Greek salad has such a fresh flavor. It is typically tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives drizzled with an olive oil based dressing. It can also include red onions and green bell peppers. 

Unlike what you might find at a Greek fast food restaurant around here, there is no lettuce heavily drenched in creamy "Greek" dressing. 

Instead, tt's such a simple and delicious combination of flavors. In fact, one of my most popular posts over the years has been Greek Salad Skewers (which are pretty much this salad on toothpicks).

Greek salad in a white bowl.


Ingredients:

This is a great salad to bring to a summer picnic or barbecue. It travels well and makes the most of fresh summer ingredients.

For the tomatoes, I used grape tomatoes, which I cut in half, as well as thinly sliced red onions. 

For the cucumber, I used an English cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, and then sliced. It has a thinner skin and typically comes shrink-wrapped in plastic. Feel free to use a "regular" cucumber, especially if you are growing them yourself!

For the olives, I used pitted kalamata olives and left them whole because they are fairly small, and for the feta cheese, I used the kind that is seasoned and cubed. Any feta will do. If you have leftover feta, be sure to try this amazing Kale and Pesto Stuffed Cod

The dressing is super simple, with just olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt and pepper, and dried oregano. I actually substituted champagne vinegar and loved the results. 

Greek salad ingredients.


Because this salad doesn't have any lettuce, you can easily make it ahead of time if needed. While tomatoes are most flavorful if kept at room temperature, if you have to refrigerate the salad, be sure to bring it back to room temperature before serving to bring out all of the flavors. 

It's a great side dish for pasta, pizza, or steak... or just serve it with hunks of Greek village bread

I had just made some spelt pitas, so I stuffed one of them with some roast turkey and some of this delicious salad. What a wonderful lunch!

Greek salad sandwich in pita bread.


Recipe Variations:

As mentioned traditional Greek salads will also include green bell pepper. You could also add red and yellow bell peppers, cut into one-inch squares. 

You can also garnish the salad with fresh oregano or fresh mint right before serving. 

Greek salad in a glass bowl.




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Originally published October, 2016 and updated July, 2022. 


Greek Salad in a white bowl.



Greek Salad with Grape Tomatoes and Feta

Greek Salad with Grape Tomatoes and Feta
Yield: 6 servings
Author: Karen's Kitchen Stories
Prep time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min
This Greek Salad is really simple, but exceptionally tasty. Sometimes simple is better, especially in the summer.

Ingredients

  • One medium cucumber, chopped
  • 1/4 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 10 ounces (about one basket) of grape tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, whole or chopped, depending on the size and your preference
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 ounces extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ounce white wine vinegar (I used champagne vinegar)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Pinch of dried oregano, crushed

Instructions

  1. Add the cucumber, onions, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese to a medium bowl.
  2. In a small jar, add the olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. Close the lid on the jar and shake to emulsify.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all of the vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

155.62

Fat (grams)

11.99

Sat. Fat (grams)

2.53

Carbs (grams)

9.74

Fiber (grams)

1.35

Net carbs

8.4

Sugar (grams)

2.39

Protein (grams)

2.64

Sodium (milligrams)

178.23

Cholesterol (grams)

5.56
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  1. You can't beat a Greek Salad, and I LOVE that you used cherry tomatoes in yours too Karen! What a FAB pick for SRC and Group A, lovely! Karen

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    1. Thanks Karen! These little tomatoes are always the best!

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  2. I love this salad and that you stuffed it into a pita

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  3. Absolutely lovely! Indeed, stuffing it into pita bread is the best move ever!

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  4. Look at those brilliant colors. Such a pretty salad and I know it would be delicious too. Lunch perfection. Happy Reveal Day!

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  5. I desperately want some of this now!

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  6. Happy Reveal Day!
    Great idea using pitas - I love handheld food. I might (read: I'm TOTALLY) borrowing your idea!

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  7. Love this. Greek salad is one of my favorites. :)

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  8. I love Greek Salad! This looks fantastic.... I need to make it while I still have tomatoes.

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  9. What a fab salad -- fresh, crunchy, seasonal, packed with flavors! Way to go and up the ante by making your own pita bread, you scamp. Great SRC recipe!

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  10. Love Greek Salad and this one looks fabulous, and putting some inside a pita bread, genius. Home made all the way.

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  11. Looks wonderful Karen! We use regular tomatoes cut in wedges, and slice the cucumbers, but the ingredients are correct!
    We've seen so many "Greek" salads on the web which have nothing to do with what is served over here, so it was really great to see you appreciating the authentic recipe.
    Excellent work, bravo!
    xoxo

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    1. Thank you!!! I was thinking of you when I posted this =)

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  12. This would be a perfect summer side dish! Love the Greek flavors too.

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  13. I would never miss the lettuce with this salad!

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  14. Love this salad and I've even gone back to making my own feta cheese!

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  15. This salad looks and sounds amazing!

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  16. This is one of favorites! I am craving for it now. I will make it for lunch.

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  17. My favorite type of salad! I love to eat this with grilled chicken or steak!

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