Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad
A rustic Mediterranean salad featuring locally grown vegetables, briny olives, and tangy feta, dressed with just three ingredients. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium cucumber, tomatoes, small red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 400g tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 100g Kalamata olives
- 150g feta cheese
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 2 medium cucumbers and 400g tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick wedges, discarding seeds from cucumbers. Thinly slice 1 small red onion into rings.
- Step 2: Arrange vegetables on a platter, arranging tomatoes on top for visual contrast. Scatter 100g pitted Kalamata olives over the top.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, and 1 tsp dried oregano until emulsified.
- Step 4: Drizzle dressing over vegetables, then place 150g crumbled feta cheese on top, pressing gently to let flavors mingle.
- Step 5: Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature so flavors meld, then serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the dressing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium cucumber from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
