Simple Greek Salad Recipe: Fresh, Healthy & Ready in 15 Minutes

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This Simple Greek Salad is fresh, healthy, and ready in just 15 minutes! Packed with cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, olives, and feta tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a side dish or light lunch.

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Looking for a refreshing, healthy salad that’s quick, easy, and bursting with flavor? This Simple Greek Salad is exactly that. With crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy peppers, tangy olives, and creamy feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, it’s the perfect side dish or light lunch. Bonus: it’s gluten-free and vegetarian, so everyone can enjoy it!

Why You’ll Love This Greek Salad

Honestly, this salad checks all the boxes:

• Quick & Easy: Chop, toss, done. No cooking required.
• Healthy & Fresh: All those veggies and a little feta make it both satisfying and nutritious.
• Super Flavorful: Tangy dressing + salty olives + creamy feta = magic.
• Versatile: Eat it on its own, or serve alongside grilled chicken or fish.

What You’ll Need

Salad

• 2 cups English cucumber, sliced into half-moons or cubes
• 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup chopped red peppers
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Mediterranean or Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled or small diced

Dressing

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh oregano, minced
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp minced shallots

How to Make It

1. Chop & Toss: Throw your cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, red onion, olives, and feta in a big bowl. Give it a gentle toss—no smashing allowed!
2. Mix the Dressing: Whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and shallots. Easy peasy.
3. Combine Everything: Pour that zesty dressing over your salad and toss lightly until everything is coated.
4. Serve & Enjoy: You can eat it right away, but letting it sit for 10–15 minutes lets the flavors mingle beautifully.

Pro Tips for the Best Greek Salad

• Pick ripe veggies: Juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers make a huge difference.
• Feta goes a long way: A little salty, creamy goodness is enough.
• Let it rest: Give the salad a few minutes before eating—it makes the dressing taste even better.
• Optional crunch: Add toasted pine nuts or cucumbers for an extra crunch factor.

This Simple Greek Salad is proof that healthy eating can be fast, fresh, and totally delicious. Whether you’re serving it for lunch, a quick side, or meal-prepping for the week, it’s a crowd-pleaser that never fails.

What to serve with greek salad

• Serve over a bed of romaine lettuce and top with Lemon Rosemary Grilled Chicken
• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus and pita crisps
• Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce
• Lamb kofta kabobs
• Gyros
• Falafels 
• Stuffed grape leaves 
• Moussaka
• Spanikopita

Wine pairings

• Sauvignon blanc
• Semillon
• Dry, fruity Rose’
• Pinot grigio

Simple Greek Salad

This Simple Greek Salad is fresh, healthy, and ready in just 15 minutes! Packed with cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, olives, and feta tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a side dish or light lunch.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: Greek

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword: cucumber, greek, greek salad, healthy, Tomato

Servings: 6

Calories: 261kcal

Author: angela@mealstreetkitchen

Ingredients

• 2 cups English cucumber cut into half-moons or cubes
• 2 cups grape tomatoes halved
• 1 cup chopped red peppers
• 1 cup red onion julienned
• 1 cup Mediterranean or Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled or diced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh oregano minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced shallots

Instructions

• Combine the Veggies: In a large bowl, mix cucumbers, tomatoes, red peppers, red onion, olives, and feta. Gently toss.
• Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and shallots.
• Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and lightly toss until everything is evenly coated.
• Serve: Enjoy immediately, or chill for 30 minutes if you prefer a cold salad.

Notes

Notes / Tips
Use fresh, ripe vegetables for the best flavor.
Don’t overdo the feta—it’s rich and salty, a little goes a long way.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Optional: Add toasted pine nuts for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 897mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1371IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg

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