Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
A refreshing half-portion Greek salad with crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, olives, and feta dressed in a tangy herb vinaigrette. This greek-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs medium cucumber, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives 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 210 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1/2 medium cucumber
- 10 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 10 pieces kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 small red onion
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and dice 1/2 medium cucumber into quarter-inch pieces. Halve 10 cherry tomatoes and thinly slice 1/4 small red onion.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, 10 kalamata olives, sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese.
- Step 3: In a small jar, whisk together 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 4: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette?
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 Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette?
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 Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
Is Half-Size Greek Salad with Herb Vinaigrette vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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