Classic Greek Salad
Tomato, cucumber, olives and feta — sunshine on a plate.
Classic Greek Salad is a classic vegetarian Mediterranean recipe built around a handful of pantry staples. It serves 2 and comes together in roughly 10 minutes from prep to plate. It is an approachable, beginner-friendly dish — the kind of recipe you can put on the table in about 10 minutes without much fuss. The method is straightforward, with each step doing one clear job so the finished dish tastes balanced rather than busy.
The headline ingredients here are tomato, cucumber and red onion. Spend a little time choosing well: fresher, more carefully-sourced versions of these will lift the whole plate, while every other element is mostly there to support them. A few sensible swaps: good tinned tomatoes are better than mediocre fresh ones outside summer.
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250
kcal
10g
Protein
17g
Carbs
16g
Fat
Ingredients
- tomato3
- cucumber1
- red onion0.5
- olives0.5 cup
- feta150 g
- olive oil3 tbsp
- oregano1 tsp
Method
- 1Step 1 ~3 min
Cut tomato into thick wedges, cucumber into chunks.
- 2Step 2 ~3 min
Toss with sliced onion and olives.
- 3Step 3 ~3 min
Top with a slab of feta — do not crumble.
- 4Step 4 ~3 min
Dress with olive oil, oregano and a pinch of salt.
Per-step times are approximate and based on the total cook time of 10 minutes.
Pro tips & common mistakes
- Taste a small spoonful just before serving and adjust salt, acid (lemon or vinegar) and heat — that final balance check is what separates a good home cook from a great one.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does Classic Greek Salad take to cook?
- From prep to plate, Classic Greek Salad takes about 10 minutes and yields 2 servings. About a third of that is hands-on; the rest is the cooking itself.
- Is Classic Greek Salad vegetarian?
- Yes — this version of Classic Greek Salad is fully vegetarian. If you want to make it vegan, swap any dairy or eggs for a plant-based equivalent of the same texture.
- What are the key ingredients in Classic Greek Salad?
- The headline ingredients are tomato, cucumber, red onion. The rest of the list is supporting cast — spices, aromatics and pantry staples — that round out the flavour rather than carry it.
- Can I scale this recipe up or down?
- Yes. The ingredient quantities scale linearly: halve for 1 serving or double for 4. Cooking times stay roughly the same, except for anything that depends on pan surface area — if you double a stir-fry, cook it in two batches rather than crowding the pan.
- How should I store the leftovers?
- Let leftovers cool to room temperature, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently — low heat on the stove with a splash of water, or short bursts in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel so it does not dry out.
- Can I freeze Classic Greek Salad?
- This dish is best eaten fresh — freezing tends to soften the texture and dull the flavours. Make only as much as you will eat in 1–2 days.
- What should I serve with Classic Greek Salad?
- Classic Greek Salad pairs naturally with classic mediterranean sides — a simple grain, a fresh salad, or a light pickle to cut through richness. Aim for something that contrasts the main dish in texture or temperature rather than echoing it.
- What if I do not have one of the main ingredients?
- Most ingredients in this recipe have sensible swaps. Match like-for-like by texture and cooking time and you will land somewhere close to the original.