How to Make the Perfect Classic Greek Horiatiki Salad
Greek · Easy · 10 min · 4 servings
This traditional Greek village salad is a celebration of simple, fresh Mediterranean ingredients at their finest. Chunky tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese are brought together with extra virgin olive oil for an effortlessly satisfying dish.
Why this recipe works
This Classic Greek Horiatiki Salad recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 10 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 7g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 whole ripe tomatoes cut into wedges
- 1 whole English cucumber sliced
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 200 g block feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Chop the Vegetables
Cut the tomatoes into large wedges and slice the cucumber into thick half-moons. Place them together in a wide shallow serving bowl.
Step 2: Add Olives and Season
Scatter the Kalamata olives over the vegetables and season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Step 3: Dress the Salad
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the entire salad, making sure all components are lightly coated.
Step 4: Top with Feta and Serve
Place the whole block of feta cheese on top, sprinkle with dried oregano, and serve immediately without tossing.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- Kalamata olives → any pitted black olives
- feta cheese → dairy-free feta for a vegan option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Crumbling the feta instead of placing it as a whole block which is the traditional method
- Refrigerating the salad before serving which dulls the tomato flavor and hardens the olive oil
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 7g protein, 10g carbs, 16g fat, 3g fiber.
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