Description
A traditional Greek Salad, or "horiatiki," is a celebration of fresh, simple ingredients. Unlike many salads, it doesn’t contain any lettuce. Instead, it’s a rustic and chunky mix of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion, and salty Kalamata olives. The salad is topped with a generous slab or cubes of feta cheese and dressed simply with high-quality olive oil, a splash of red wine vinegar, and a sprinkle of dried oregano. It’s a wonderfully refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch on a summer day or as a side dish to a heartier Greek meal like moussaka. The combination of flavors and textures is what makes this salad a timeless classic.
A Taste of History
The Greek salad, known as "horiatiki" (village salad) in Greece, is a staple of Greek cuisine. It reflects the simple, fresh ingredients available to rural farmers. The classic version is a rustic dish that showcases the quality of Greek produce: ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, sharp onions, and flavorful olives, all topped with a block of feta and drizzled with oregano-scented olive oil. The absence of lettuce is a hallmark of an authentic horiatiki.
Prep Time
15 minutes
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Total Time
15 minutes
Ingredients & Nutrition
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