A Greek salad, also known as Horiatiki salad, is a refreshing and flavorful combination of crisp vegetables, salty feta cheese, and briny olives with a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing. Here’s a basic guide on how to make it:
Ingredients:
Vegetables:
Tomatoes (cherry, roma, or beefsteak)
Cucumber
Green bell pepper
Red onion
Kalamata olives
Feta cheese
Dried oregano
Extra virgin olive oil
Red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), dried oregano, salt, and pepper. You can also use a store-bought Greek salad dressing.
Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Tips:
For a more traditional touch, soak the red onion slices in water for 10 minutes to remove some of the sharp bite.
If your tomatoes are watery, you can remove the seeds before chopping them.
Want to add some protein? Include grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a heartier salad.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day, but the salad is best enjoyed fresh.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Greek salad!