Lemon-Oregano Greek Salad with Kalamata Olives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

A refreshing Mediterranean salad combining crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cucumber, ripe tomatoes, 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 220 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

• 1 large, diced into 1/2-inch cubes cucumber
• 3 medium, cut into wedges ripe tomatoes
• 1 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup, pitted Kalamata olives
• 6 oz, crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 1 large diced cucumber, 3 medium tomato wedges, 1 small thinly sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the lemon-oregano dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 6 oz crumbled feta cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top, giving the salad a final light toss.
5. Step 5: Chill the salad for 10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld, then serve as a bright, fresh Mediterranean side dish.