3 GreekSummer Salads without Lettuce
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Originating from the sunny shores of Greece, Greek Tomato Salad, or Horiatiki, is a staple of Mediterranean cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed during summer months, it celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables, olives, and feta cheese, often served as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats. This salad has gained worldwide popularity, with many variations emerging, but the essence remains the same: simple, high-quality ingredients that highlight the beauty of the season.
Ingredients
- ●tomatoes
- ●cucumber
- ●red onion
- ●green bell pepper
- ●kalamata olives
- ●feta cheese
- ●extra virgin olive oil
- ●red wine vinegar
- ●oregano
- ●salt
- ●black pepper
Instructions
- 1Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- 2Dice cucumber and add to the bowl with tomatoes.
- 3Slice red onion thinly and add to the salad.
- 4Chop green bell pepper and mix into the salad.
- 5Add kalamata olives to the mixture.
- 6Crumble feta cheese over the salad.
- 7Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the salad.
- 8Splash red wine vinegar over the ingredients.
- 9Sprinkle oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 10Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients.
- 11Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
feta cheese
Healthier: reduced-fat feta
Cheaper: ricotta
Reduced-fat feta lowers calories while ricotta offers a creamy texture.
kalamata olives
Healthier: green olives
Cheaper: black olives
Green olives are lower in calories, while black olives are often more affordable.
🌶️🌶️🌶️Lowdairy
Also Known As
Horiatiki SalataGreek Salad
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Ingredients
- ●4 medium tomatoes, chopped
- ●1 cucumber, diced
- ●1 bell pepper, chopped
- ●1 red onion, thinly sliced
- ●200g feta cheese, crumbled
- ●100g Kalamata olives, pitted
- ●1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- ●2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ●1 tsp dried oregano
- ●Salt to taste
- ●Pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion.
- 2Add the crumbled feta cheese and Kalamata olives to the bowl.
- 3In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 4Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- 5Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6Serve the salad at room temperature or chilled.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●4 cups mixed melon (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon), cubed
- ●1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ●1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the cubed melon.
- 2Add the crumbled feta cheese on top of the melon.
- 3Sprinkle the chopped mint leaves over the salad.
- 4In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- 5Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- 6Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●2 cups fresh sweet peas
- ●1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ●1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- ●1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the fresh sweet peas, chopped mint leaves, and diced red onion.
- 2In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
- 3Pour the dressing over the pea mixture and toss gently to combine.
- 4Add the crumbled feta cheese and toss lightly again to avoid breaking the cheese too much.
- 5Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
- 6Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Equipment
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