Best Greek Style Salad Recipes

GREEK-STYLE TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix the tuna, onion, salad dressing, olives, and feta cheese together in a bowl.

GREEK-STYLE WATERMELON SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl combine 3 cups cubed watermelon; 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped; 1 small red onion, sliced; 1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives; 1/3 cup crumbled feta; and some chopped parsley and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and red-wine vinegar, sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss and serve.

GRILLED CHICKEN, GREEK-STYLE, WITH SALAD AND WARM PITA BREAD FOR

Steps:

• Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
• Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Wrap the pita breads in foil, and put in the warm oven until dinner is ready.
• Put the chicken into a shallow dish with sides.Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides, to taste.
• Mix the lemon zest and juice with the vinegar and then whisk in the oil. Add the oregano, garlic and whisk it again to make sure it's combined well. Pour about half of this dressing over the chicken strips and turn them to coat.
• Combine all the veggies in a big bowl and toss well with that leftover dressing (don't pour it all in at once. add some and toss the salad and repeat until you reach the right amt of dressing for your liking). Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Grill the chicken strips for about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken strips to your salad bowl/dish when they are cooked through.
• Remove the pitas from your oven and unwrap. Cut pitas in half and then arrange them around your salad bowl/dish.
• To serve, each person can pile on the grilled chicken and veggies onto their pita and wrap it up!

GREEK-STYLE SHRIMP SALAD ON A BED OF BABY SPINACH

Steps:

• Thread shrimp onto metal skewers (or bamboo ones that have been soaked in water for 15 minutes). Brush both sides with oil and season with salt, pepper and a light sprinkling of sugar.
• Heat gas grill, with all burners on high, until fully preheated, 10 to 15 minutes. Use a wire brush to clean grill rack, then brush lightly with oil. Close lid and allow to return to temperature. Grill shrimp until fully cooked and spotty brown, about 2 minutes per side.
• Meanwhile, mix in a medium bowl the tomatoes, cheese, olives, oregano, 2 Tbs. of the olive oil and 2 tsps. of the vinegar. Unthread shrimp and add to bowl. Lightly toss ingredients to coat. Set aside. (Can be made an hour or so ahead.)
• When ready to serve, drizzle remaining oil, as well as a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper, over spinach in a large bowl. Toss to coat. Add remaining 2 tsps. vinegar; toss again. Divide spinach among 4 large plates. Top with a portion of the shrimp mixture.

KITTENCAL'S CREAMY GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cool the pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain then rinse well under cold water.
• Place the pasta in a large bowl.
• Add in cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, olives and cubed feta cheese; toss to combine.
• For the dressing; in a processor place the garlic clove and process until minced.
• Add in all the remaining ingredients except the mayonnaise;process until well blended (about 20-30 seconds) then add in the mayonnaise and process until combined.
• Pour over the salad ingredients in the bowl; toss to combine (if you prefer a creamier salad then add in more mayonnaise to taste).
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

GREEK-STYLE CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed until al dente, careful not to overcook the pasta, just until chewy and firm, but cooked; drain well.
• Rinse in cold water.
• Mix together all pasta ingredients in a bowl.
• Mix all dressing ingredients; add to pasta mixture; toss well to coat.
• Let sit in refrigerator for 2 or more hours before serving, to blend the flavours.
• Sprinkle more Feta cheese on top to garnish.
• ***NOTE*** since this is a big favorite in my house, I usually just cook up the entire package of pasta, and just increase the vegetable amounts, there is really no need to double the dressing ingredients if you should use the whole package of pasta, as the salad may become oily, but by all means it may certainly be doubled if desired. The bacon is optional, I rarely add it.

KITTENCAL'S GREEK GARDEN SALAD WITH GREEK-STYLE DRESSING

Steps:

• For the dressing in a bowl combine all ingredients.
• Cover and chill until ready to use.
• In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, feta cheese, onion and black olives.
• At this point you may chill, before serving add in salad dressing, then season with black pepper and salt.

GREEK STYLE SPAGHETTI SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• (To cook the spaghetti squash, if you haven't yet: preheat oven to 350 degrees F; slice the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds; poke holes all over the squash with the tip of a knife; spray a cooking sheet with pan spray and bake the squash halves face down for 30 to 40 minutes or until easily pierced by a fork; let cool until they can be handled, then gently scoop out the insides with a fork - they will form into spaghetti-like strands).
• In a bowl, combine the vinegars, olive oil, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and garlic and whisk well.
• In another bowl, combine the squash, tomato, cucumber, feta, bell pepper, onion, onions, olives, and garbanzo beans, then add the whisked vinegar mixture and toss well.
• Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

WARM GREEK-STYLE RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Cook rice till tender.
• Drain and rinse under hot water.
• Drain again.
• Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, mustard, salt and pepper.
• Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, feta, cheese, capers and parsley.
• Stir to coat.
• Toss along with the rice in a large bowl.
• Garnish individual servings with feta cheese and diced cucumbers.

GREEK-STYLE BULGUR SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, FETA AND OLIVES

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the broth, lemon juice, onion powder, and garlic powder barely to a simmer. Remove from heat and let cool five minutes.
• Add the bulgur, stirring well to combine. Let stand until the bulgur has absorbed all the liquid and feels dry, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper.
• Add the chickpeas, olives and cheese, tossing well to combine.
• Season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
• Cover and refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours or up to 2 days and serve chilled or at room temperature.

GREEK-STYLE FETA POTATO SALAD WITH VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Cook or steam potatoes until done.
• Slice into 1-inch cubes, and place into a large bowl.
• Prepare the dressing: In processor process vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano (can use 2 tablespoons FRESH oregano in place of dried), salt and pepper (can add a bit of garlic POWDER to the dressing if desired).
• When the potatoes are still warm, toss them with the dressing; set aside to cool.
• After the potatoes are cool, mix in the olives, cucumber, red, green bell peppers, salt and black pepper, Feta cheese and fresh parsley; toss well to coat.
• DELICIOUS!

GREEK-STYLE SPINACH AND EGG TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender (about 4-5 minutes) drain and rinse under cold water; place in a large glass bowl.
• In a bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, garlic, salt and Parmesan cheese (add in a small amount of sugar if desired and season with black pepper to taste).
• Pour the dressing over the tortellini; toss to combine; cover and chill for 4-24 hours.
• To prepare the salad; add in spinach leaves, feta cheese, onions slices and cherry tomatoes; toss gently to combine with the tortellini/dressing mixture.
• Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
• Mound on a large serving platter or plate, and arrange the egg quarters around the edge.
• Delicious!

GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• In blender or food processor bowl, place all dressing ingredients. Cover; blend on medium speed about 20 seconds or until smooth; set aside.
• Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
• In 4-quart bowl, place pasta and remaining salad ingredients. Add dressing; toss gently. Serve immediately.

GREEK-STYLE SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the fresh tortellini in boiling salted water until just tender (about 3-4 minutes) drain and place in a large glass bowl.
• In another bowl combine the olive oil with lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano and Parmesan cheese (if using) season with salt and black pepper to taste; pour over the cooked tortellini, toss to coat, cover and chill for 4-24 hours.
• Before serving add in the fresh spinach, feta cheese and red onion slices; toss gently to coat.
• Mound the salad on a plate and arrange the sliced or quartered egg around the salad.
• Delicious!

GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Cook couscous as directed on package, omitting salt and butter. Fluff with fork. Place in large bowl; cool 10 min.
• Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
• Refrigerate 1 hour.

KITTENCAL'S MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE TAVERNA CHOPPED GREEK SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl toss together cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, diced sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of the sun-dried tomato oil, artichokes, and the red onion and olives; toss to combine.
• In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil with a small amount of red wine vinegar (or to taste) drizzle over the salad.
• Season with salt and lots fresh ground black pepper to taste.
• Chill until ready to serve.
• Just before serving sprinkle the feta cheese on top of the salad, then prinkle a small amount of dried oregano on top of the feta if desired.

PENNE PASTA SALAD GREEK STYLE

Steps:

• Combine all the dressing ingredients except the cheeses in a bowl and set aside.
• Combine pasta, peppers , tomato, and onion in another bowl.
• Pour dressing over pasta mix, add feta and mix well.
• Top with Parmesan cheese.
• Cool and refrigerate 4-5 hours to blend the flavours.

GREEK-STYLE COUSCOUS SALAD FOR A CROWD

Steps:

• To make the dressing; in a bowl whisk all dressing ingredients together until well blended (adjust salt and pepper to taste) cover and chill for at least 3 hours or 24 hours (overnight is better).
• For the salad; cook the couscous according to package directions; transfer to a large bowl and cool completely (using a fork break up any lumps in the couscous).
• When the couscous is completely cooled, mix in olives, cherry tomato halves, bell peppers, cucumber, onion, artichokes and parsley; add in 1/2 cup of the prepared Greek dressing and toss well to combine (you can add in more dressing to taste if desired).
• Mix in feta cheese, then season the salad with black pepper and if needed some salt.
• Cover and chill until completely cold.

GREEK STYLE ROMAINE SALAD WITH LEMON AND FRESH DILL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice oil and salt.
• Add the lettuce, dill and scallions, tossing well. Add the feta and toss again.

GREEK STYLE TOMATO AND ONION SALAD

Steps:

• Cut Tomatoes into wedges, slice the onion very fine, add to the tomatoes.
• place in a shallow dish, add the vinegar, oil and oregano, sir to mix well, cover and leave for a few hours. giving a sprinkle of salt before serving.
• with other salads at either a BBQ or with lasagna, steak or lamb.