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.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Greek

Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword cucumber, greek, greek salad, healthy, Tomato

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Total Time 15

Servings

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