Greek Salad

Greek salad is a reminder that when ingredients are good, very little needs to be done to them. There’s no cooking, no hiding, no heavy dressing just vegetables at their peak, cut simply and brought together with care. Tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, and feta each keep their identity, yet somehow become better together.

Traditionally served as part of a shared table, Greek salad isn’t rushed or overworked. It’s meant to be eaten slowly, with bread nearby to soak up the olive oil and tomato juices left at the bottom of the bowl. It’s food that feels connected to the land, the season, and the moment.

In the Let’s Veg lifestyle, Greek salad represents vegetables as everyday pleasure. It’s proof that eating well doesn’t require complexity or sacrifice just fresh ingredients and a little attention. It fits anywhere: as a side, a light meal, or the start of something bigger.

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Greek Salad

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Greek salad is a fresh Mediterranean dish made with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, olive oil, and oregano for simple, vibrant flavor.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• Ripe/Cherry tomatoes cut into chunks
• 1 large cucumber sliced or chunked
• ½ red onion thinly sliced
• ½ cup Kalamata olives
• 3-4 oz feta cheese cut into chunks or crumbled
• Dressing
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1-2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

Salad Bowl

Method

 

1. Prepare the Vegetables
2. Place tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives in a large bowl.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar.
4. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. Add feta on top.
6. Toss gently or leave layered, traditional style.
7. Serve immediately or let rest 5-10 minutes for flavors to develop.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 507mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 156IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 117mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

No lettuce: traditional Greek salad is all vegetables

Grow-it-yourself: tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs are garden-friendly

Vegan option: skip feta or use plant-based feta

Best fresh: enjoy the same day

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