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A fresh Horiatiki village salad in a rustic white bowl, highlighting the key ingredients for an authentic Greek salad recipe.
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Authentic Greek Salad Recipe (Classic Horiatiki)

Discover the true taste of Greece with this Authentic Greek Salad Recipe. A traditional Horiatiki salad made with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, and a block of feta, all tossed in a simple olive oil dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 large English cucumber chopped into thick half-moons
  • 1/2 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
  • 1 block Greek feta cheese about 7 ounces, kept whole
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil good quality
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried Greek oregano
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • 1 Large serving bowl
  • 1 Small bowl or jar For mixing the dressing
  • 1 Sharp Knife

Method
 

  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the halved tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Sprinkle lightly with a pinch of the sea salt and toss gently. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
  3. Add the pitted Kalamata olives to the vegetable mixture. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients well.
  4. Carefully place the entire block of feta cheese on top of the salad. Drizzle the top of the feta with a little extra olive oil and a sprinkle of more dried oregano. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 8gFat: 28gFiber: 3g

Notes

Ingredient Quality is Key: Use the freshest, most flavorful vegetables you can find for the best results.
Don't Over-mix: Toss the salad gently to avoid bruising the tomatoes or breaking down the cucumbers.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices and dressing at the bottom of the bowl.
Keyword healthy salad,horiatiki,village salad

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