Best vs. The Best Greek Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant salad where you choose your preferred dressing to highlight the 'best' of fresh Mediterranean ingredients. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, medium cucumber 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 280 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

• 6 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives
• 3 oz feta cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Step 1: Wash and chop romaine lettuce into 2-inch pieces, placing them in a large bowl. Slice 1 medium cucumber into 1/4-inch half-moons and add to the bowl with 1 cup cherry tomatoes and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small jar, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard. Shake vigorously until emulsified to make the 'best' dressing.
3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup kalamata olives and 3 oz crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl. Drizzle with 3 tbsp of the dressing and toss gently until all ingredients are coated.
4. Step 4: Taste and add more dressing if desired—choose your preferred balance of tangy and savory. Serve immediately with remaining dressing on the side.