What is Greek Chickpea Salad

Greek Chickpea Salad is a refreshing salad made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, and feta cheese, all dressed in a simple yet delicious homemade Greek dressing. Greek chickpea salad is not only delicious and nutritious but also easy to make and great for meal prep.

• Delicious salad alternative: Great if you aren’t a fan of leafy greens
• Loads of taste: The combination of chickpeas with tomato, olive and feta cheese, and fresh herbs makes it packed with flavor.

What you’ll need to make Greek Chickpea Salad the traditional way

To make the perfect Greek chickpea salad make sure to use some good quality fresh ingredients! Some extra virgin olive oil for the dressing, Greek feta cheese, fresh cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives.

Kalamata olives are typically considered an essential ingredient in this salad as they provide a distinct flavor and texture. To use Kalamata olives in a traditional Greek Chickpea Salad, you can either pit them and then slice them or leave them whole if you prefer.

If you can’t get Kalamata olives, you can use other types of olives instead, such as black or green olives. While they won’t be exactly the same as Kalamata olives, they will still add a salty, savory flavor to the salad. 

Greek Chickpea Salad Key Ingredients

• Salad: You’ll need two tins of chickpeas for the recipe, along with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and olives. Fresh dill and mint add flavor to it.
• Vinaigrette: This is made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
• Salad topping: Feta cheese is perfect for crumbling onto the top of the salad.

Greek chickpea salad Key Preparation Tips

There are just two main steps in creating this recipe:

1. Create the salad
2. Make the vinaigrette and serve

Create the salad

After draining the chickpeas, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water until the water running out of the bottom of the container runs clear. Then, allow the chickpeas to sit and drain any remaining water.

Cut the cherry tomatoes into four pieces and add them to a big mixing bowl. Slice the cucumber into quarters after peeling it. Add the finely chopped red onion and quartered olives to the tomato bowl along with the cucumber.

Chop the fresh herbs into small pieces and put them in the bowl with the drained chickpeas.

Make the vinaigrette for Greek chickpea salad

Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl. Pour the mixture over the salad and stir until the dressing coats everything.

Add the crumbled feta to the salad and gently mix it with the dressing, ensuring that the cheese is evenly coated while maintaining its texture.

Taste the dish to determine if it requires additional salt and pepper, then proceed with serving it.

Should you use fresh or canned chickpeas for Greek chickpea salad?

Canned chickpeas are already cooked, which saves you time and makes the salad easier to prepare. Additionally, canned chickpeas have a consistent texture, which ensures that all of the chickpeas in the salad will have the same texture and flavor.

When using canned chickpeas, you only need to rinse them and drain them before adding them to the salad.

Using dried chickpeas requires preparation and cooking time, which may not be practical for making a quick and simple salad. While dried chickpeas can be more flavorful and have a better texture than canned chickpeas, they also need time to cook them.

Using canned chickpeas is a quick and easy way to make this Greek Chickpea Salad recipe, but it’s up to you to decide!

Variations

There are many variations of Greek Chickpea Salad that you can make to add your own unique twist to the dish. Here are a few ideas:

• Add avocado slices: Avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats to the salad.
• Use a different dressing: Try a different dressing, such as a lemon-tahini or balsamic vinaigrette, for a different flavor profile.
• Add fresh herbs: Chopped parsley, cilantro, or dill can add freshness and brightness to the salad.
• Use different vegetables: Try adding bell peppers, zucchini, or carrots to the salad to add more color and nutrition.
• Add protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu can be added to the salad to make it more filling and satisfying.
• Use a different type of cheese: If you don’t like feta cheese, use goat cheese or shaved Parmesan instead.
• Add nuts or seeds: Toasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds can add crunch and nutrition to the salad.

These are just a few ways to customize your Greek Chickpea Salad. The possibilities are endless!

Making ahead of time and storing

To enjoy Greek chickpea salad at its best, we don’t recommend keeping it in the fridge for more than 24 hours after assembly. You can store it in an airtight container.

If you want to make it ahead, wait to add the vinaigrette until you are ready to serve it to keep the ingredients fresh.

Serving suggestions

Traditional Greek Chickpea Salad is typically served as a main dish for a light and healthy lunch or dinner or as a side dish to accompany a variety of dishes. Here are a few ideas for what you can serve with it:

1. Grilled chicken or fish: Grilled chicken or fish pairs well with Greek Chickpea Salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
2. Souvlaki or kebab: Grilled souvlaki or kebab, whether it’s made of meat or vegetables, is a classic Greek dish that goes well with Chickpea Salad.
3. Pita bread: Warm, soft pita bread perfectly accompanies Greek Chickpea Salad.
4. Roasted vegetables: Roasted vegetables, such as eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, are a great side dish to serve alongside the salad.
5. Couscous: Couscous or quinoa can be cooked and served with Greek Chickpea Salad to make it more filling and satisfying.
6. Hummus and vegetables: A platter of fresh vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and sliced cucumbers, with a side of hummus, is a simple and delicious side dish that complements the flavors of the salad.
7. Starters such as fried halloumi, saganaki, keftedes and tzatziki.

Ultimately, the salad is versatile and pairs well with many different dishes.

Other salads for you to try 

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

• Traditional Greek salad (Horiatiki)
• Greek potato salad 
• Greek orzo salad 
• Greek lentil salad
• Watermelon and feta salad
• Greek pasta salad 

Greek Chickpea salad with Feta cheese

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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2-4 portions
• Category: Salad
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A super healthy, colourful and absolutely delicious Greek chickpea salad made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, feta cheese and a homemade Greek dressing! The perfect side dish for grilled meats or as a light and satisfying vegetarian meal!

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Ingredients

• 2 x 400g tins chickpeas (2 x 14 oz)
• 200g cherry tomatoes (7 oz)
• 1/2 English cucumber (approx. 160g / 5 1/2 oz)
• 1/2 red onion
• 2 handfuls Kamalata olives
• 10g fresh dill (1/3 oz)
• 10g fresh mint (1/3 oz)
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste
• 150g feta (5 1/4 oz)

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Instructions

1. Drain the chickpeas and rinse them until the cold tap until the water coming out the bottom runs clean. Set aside to let any excess water drain.
2. Quarter the cherry tomatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Peel the cucumber and cut into quartered slices. Finely chop the red onion, and quarter the olives, adding the cucumber, onion and olives to the tomato bowl.
3. Roughly chop the fresh herbs, and add them to the bowl along with the drained chickpeas.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar along with a generous pinch of salt and a good amount of black pepper. Pour over the salad and stir until everything is coated in the dressing.
5. Crumble in the feta, and fold it into the salad carefully, making sure it is coated in the dressing but that it does not break down too much. Check the seasoning to see if it needs any more salt and pepper, and serve. 

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Read on to learn about the best potatoes for Greek potato salad and how to make this easy and flavourful dish to perfection!

What is Greek Potato Salad (Patatosalata)?

Greek potato salad (Patatosalata) is a classic rustic dish. It’s a simple and delicious combination of potatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh parsley, red onion, garlic, dill and feta cheese.

All the ingredients are mixed together and is served cold or at room temperature to allow the the flavours to mix!

This is a great side dish to serve with grilled meats or fish or as part of a summer meal. Enjoy Greek potato salad as an easy and flavorful way to enjoy the best flavors of Greece!

• Easy to make: This is a simple dish that’s ready in around half an hour
• Scale as you need: Make as much salad as you need for bigger occasions

Greek Potato Salad Key Ingredients

• Potatoes: You’ll need around 750g of baby potatoes for this recipe to serve up to six people.
• Salad ingredients: This potato salad recipe uses feta cheese, red onion, capers and lemon juice, along with fresh dill and parsley.

Key Preparation steps for Greek Potato Salad

There are just two main steps in creating this potato salad recipe:

1. Cook the potatoes
2. Create the salad

Cook the potatoes

Put the potatoes in a pan of cold water with lots of salt and bring to the boil. Cook for 20 minutes until tender, then drain and leave them to cool.

Create Greek Potato salad

Take a large bowl and whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil. Half the potatoes and add them to the bowl, then crumble in the feta.

Peel and finely chop the onion, then add to the potatoes.

Add the drained capers, chopped herbs and a good amount of black pepper.

Fold together the ingredients and season as needed. Leave to set for 20 minutes to let the flavors mix before serving.

What are the best potatoes for Greek potato salad?

For the best flavor and texture, the ideal potatoes to use in Greek potato salad are waxy varieties such as red potatoes or new potatoes.

These types of potatoes are lower in starch and will hold their shape better when boiled, resulting in a delicious and sturdy salad. Yukon Gold or russet potatoes can also be used but may break down more quickly.

What could you use in Greek potato salad in place of feta cheese?

If you’re looking for a substitute for feta cheese in Greek potato salad, try substituting it with crumbled goat cheese or a vegan cheese alternative. Both of these options will give the dish a tangy flavor and creamy texture similar to that of feta.

Consider adding capers or kalamata olives to add additional Mediterranean flair and saltiness.

What can you add if you don’t like capers?

If you don’t like capers, you can still achieve a similar flavor in a Greek potato salad with other Mediterranean ingredients. Try adding roasted red peppers or chopped artichoke hearts to give the dish extra texture and flavor.

Or, go with something more traditional and opt for chopped green olives or sun-dried tomatoes to give your Greek potato salad an extra punch. Finally, if you’re looking to add a bit of sweetness, consider some diced shallots.

Variations

Greek potato salad can be easily adapted to suit different tastes. For a saucier version of the dish, use plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise and add diced cucumbers or tomatoes for a refreshing twist.

Add chili flakes or replace the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese for a spicier version.

Substitute olives for the red onion and oregano for dill to give it a Mediterranean flair.

Serving suggestions

Greek potato salad is a versatile side dish that pairs well with roasted chicken or fish, grilled lamb, or other Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

It can also be served as a light lunch or dinner on its own, topped with chopped fresh herbs such as oregano, thyme, or parsley.

Try adding a few Kalamata olives, feta cheese and village bread for an easy and flavorful meal!

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
2. Traditional Greek salad (Xoriatiki)
3. Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
4. Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
5. Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe
6. Greek Pasta Salad recipe
7. Greek chickpea salad

Easy Greek Potato Salad (Patatosalata)

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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus cooling and resting time)
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4-6 portions
• Category: Salad
• Method: Boiled
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Looking for a delicious and flavorful side dish or a light meal? This Greek potato salad (Patatosalata) is the answer! A classic Mediterranean dish perfect for any occasion!

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Ingredients

• 750–800g baby potatoes (roughly 1 3/4 lb)
• salt
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 100g feta (3 1/2 oz)
• 1/2 red onion
• 4 tbsp capers in brine
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
• 2 tbsp finely chopped flat leaf parsley
• black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. To prepare this Greek potato salad recipe start by boiling the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a pan of cold water with a very generous amount of salt and bring to the boil. Cook until tender; this should take about 20 minutes. Drain, and set aside to cool.
2. To assemble the salad, in the bottom of a large bowl whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and the fresh lemon juice.
3. Halve the potatoes into the bowl, then crumble in the feta. Peel and finely chop the red onion, before adding it to the potatoes along with the drained capers, chopped herbs and a good amount of black pepper.
4. Fold together the salad and season to taste with more salt and pepper, if needed. Set aside to allow the flavours to blend for at least 20 minutes. Enjoy!

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So go ahead, read along to discover how to make it to perfection with my delicious recipe, step by step photos, tips and tricks, variations and ingredient suggestions!

What is Greek Orzo Salad?

Greek Orzo Pasta salad is a traditional dish that is used as a side for parties, gatherings and even as a light mid week dinner! It is a simple recipe that can be adapted to whatever vegetables you have around the kitchen but is usually made with tomatoes, cucumber, onion and olives.

• Easy to make: There’s just a short preparation time and a little cooking needed to make this recipe. Then simply chill it and it will be ready to serve.
• Use up ingredients: Once you’ve tried it the traditional way, mix up those ingredients for a great use-up recipe.

Greek Orzo Pasta Salad Key Ingredients

There are a few key ingredients needed to make this salad recipe:

1. Orzo salad: As well as the orzo pasta, you’ll want some cherry tomatoes, red onion, English cucumber and Kalamata olives to mix in. Season with olive oil, fresh basil and dill.
2. For the dressing: A simple dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, a little lemon zest and oregano works perfectly.
3. To finish: As well as salt and pepper, adding some cubed feta is always my favorite option.

Tip: Use good quality Greek dried oregano here for the best results as some of the big-name brands tend to be very dry. If you can’t get Greek oregano, the next best would be a quality Mexican oregano.

Key Preparation Tips

There are three main steps involved with making this orzo salad:

1. Cook the orzo pasta
2. Prepare the dressing
3. Make the salad and finish

Cook the Orzo pasta

Boil up your kettle full of water and, at the same time, heat some olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the orzo and cook until it starts to color, stirring regularly.

Then add the boiling water from the kettle with a teaspoon of salt and cook for 10-12 minutes until just tender and al-dente.

Drain the orzo and rinse it under a cold tap until the water flowing out of the pasta is clear. This will cool the orzo down, stopping it from cooking any further and preventing it from getting too soft and soggy.

Finally, set aside to drain any extra moisture, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together.

Make the dressing for Greek Orzo salad

For the dressing we keep it nice and simple using classic and earthy Greek flavours. Just make sure you use good quality and fresh ingredients!

My favourites are some extra virgin olive oil, a little red wine vinegar to add some acidity, lemon zest for some delicious freshness and of course some Greek oregano. In a small dish, combine all the ingredients together, season and whisk to combine.

Prepare the Orzo feta salad

Prepare the salad ingredients by quartering the cherry tomatoes, peeling and finely chopping the onion and cucumber and cutting the olives into quarters. If you find red onion is a little sharp in flavor, run it under the cold water tap before adding it to the salad mix.

Pour the orzo pasta into a large mixing bowl and add the salad vegetables. Roughly chop the fresh herbs and add them to the mix as well. Pour in the salad dressing and toss.

Stir in the cubed feta and gently stir so your feta doesn’t break apart. Taste and if needed, season with some more salt and pepper before serving. Just be careful not to add too much salt as both the feta and olives are usually quite salty on their own.

Tip: For maximum flavour, allow your salad to marinate for about an hour before serving so that the orzo absorbs the sauce.

What is Orzo?

If you’ve ever eaten orzo before, it is easy to confuse it with rice due to its shape! However, Orzo is, in fact, pasta and you can find it at the grocery store alongside other shaped kinds of pasta.

Flavor wise, Orzo tastes mild, making it the perfect match for pasta salads like this Greek Orzo Salad, but also it is a wonderful pairing for soups and even risotto-like dishes.

You’ll also find whole wheat orzo, much like most kinds of pasta. If you want to increase the fiber and protein in this dish, use the whole wheat variety instead.

Can I Use Another Type of Pasta?

While there’s something just perfect about orzo for this recipe, you can swap it for other types of pasta if that’s what you have. Spiral, bowtie, penne or even macaroni pasta will work the same, just use the same weight. You could even test something like a cheese-filled tortellini but use double the weight listed.

Variations

Many traditional Greek recipes will use green bell peppers in this dish but it is a controversial flavor in our house! So we left it out but if you want to add some, finely chop one pepper and add it to the salad. They will add some extra crunch to the orzo salad together with some additional freshness.

Finally, you could also add artichoke hearts which will add some delicious tenderness to the dish or some salad greens such as spinach or arugula.

Making ahead of time and storing

You can keep the pasta salad in the refrigerator for 2-3 days in an airtight container. If it feels a little dry when you take it out, mix some olive oil into it to refresh it.

Can You Freeze Greek Pasta Salad?

While you can freeze pasta salads, some of them don’t freeze as well as others. It all depends on the components in the dish.

In general, if you use raw crisp vegetables such as cucumbers or tomatoes, I don’t suggest freezing them since they won’t work well when frozen.

Therefore, this dish is best eaten fresh, rather than frozen. Alternatively, wait to add the veggies until after it’s thawed!

Serving suggestions

You can serve the dish as a side salad, where this recipe will make around 8 portions. It works well alongside burgers, chicken souvlaki, beef souvlaki, pork souvlaki and of course chicken gyros and pork gyros as well as other side dishes such as briam (mixed roast vegetables).

Finally, you can make this into a more substantial meal by adding something like some grilled shrimp or shredded chicken to the recipe once you have made it. Serve it with some homemade crusty bread for a simple and filling meal.

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my Greek orzo pasta salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
2. Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
3. Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe
4. Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
5. Greek Pasta Salad recipe
6. Potato Salad (Greek Patatosalata)
7. Greek chickpea salad 

Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)

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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling time)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 as a main, 8 as a side
• Category: Salad
• Method: Boiled
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Greek Orzo Salad with feta cheese is one of those super simple dishes that take just so little effort to prepare! Short cooking time, little preparation and you will have a delicious light meal or side dish in 30′!

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Ingredients

For Greek orzo salad

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• a kettle of boiling water
• 300g orzo (1 3/4 cups)
• 400g cherry tomatoes (14 oz)
• 1 small red onion
• 1 English cucumber
• 2 handfuls Kalamata olives
• 30g fresh basil leaves (1 oz)
• 15g fresh dill (1/2 oz)

For the orzo salad dressing

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• zest of 1 lemon

To season and decorate

• salt to taste
• black pepper to taste
• 180g cubed feta (6 oz)

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Instructions

1. To prepare this delicious Greek orzo salad recipe, start with cooking the orzo pasta. Boil the water in the kettle. At the same time heat the olive oil over a medium high heat in a large saucepan. Once the oil is shimmering, add the orzo and cook, stirring often until the orzo starts to color. Fill the pan with boiling water, stir in a of teaspoon of salt and cook the orzo for 10-12 minutes, until just tender and al-dente.
2. Drain the orzo and rinse under a cold tap until the water running out the pasta runs clear. Set aside to drain away any excess water, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta sticking to each other.
3. Meanwhile, quarter the cherry tomatoes, peel and finely chop the onion and the cucumber, and quarter the olives.
4. Transfer the cooked orzo to a large bowl and stir in the salad vegetables. Roughly chop the fresh herbs and add those too.
5. To make the dressing, in a small bowl combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, lemon zest, and a generous amount of salt and pepper. Stir this into the orzo mixture.
6. Add the cubed feta and stir carefully, making sure the cheese pieces don’t break up too much. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if needed, and leave to stand in the fridge for roughly an hour before serving to allow the orzo to soak up the dressing. Enjoy!

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An absolutely delicious and super healthy Greek style lentil salad with feta cheese and fresh vegetables. Bursting with fresh and vibrant colors and flavours, whether eaten as a snack, side or light vegetarian meal, this super easy feta lentil salad recipe never fails to impress and is a firm favourite of mine together with my traditional Greek Salad!

Greek style lentil salad recipe with feta cheese – A delicious taste of Greece!

If you are looking for a twist to your usual lentil salad, go Greek with this sprightly Greek style lentil salad recipe and taste all the earthy flavours that characterise Greek cuisine in one dish!

To prepare this Greek style lentil salad recipe, the lentils are simmered until cooked, then coated with a homemade light olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing.

The secret behind this delicious dressing is to flavor it with garlic and sweet paprika and toss it together with sweet roasted peppers, black kalamata olives, onions and juicy tomatoes. Finish off with fresh herbs like mint, parsley or dill and you have a match made in heaven!  

This Greek lentil salad recipe dressing can also include lemon juice, but I always prefer to go with the classic and beloved Greek combination of brown lentils and red wine vinegar.

And the special ingredient that holds everything together is nothing else than some salty, creamy crumbled Greek feta cheese, which is a one of my beloved ingredients in all types of Greek recipes, fried, baked or used as a stuffing. Yum! (For more feta cheese recipe ideas click here>>.)

Greek lentil salad recipe – A superfood on your plate

Greek lentil salad (fakes salata) in its many variations is a very popular dish in Greece, especially during spring – summer time, when it replaces the classic wintery Greek lentil soup. High in nutritional value, simple to prepare with an exquisite taste, this delicious lentil salad recipe is the best way to promote healthier eating habits for you and your family.

Lentils (fakes) are a wonderful source of protein for vegetarians, as, out of all legumes and nuts, contain the third highest level of proteins. High in fiber, iron, vitamins, minerals, folate and magnesium, lentils can help reduce risk of heart disease, increase energy and reduce blood cholesterol. Fiber found in lentils helps promote digestive health and stabilising blood sugar levels. Adding to these, they are still low in calories, as they contain absolutely no fat!

So go ahead, treat yourself with no guilt to this amazing superfood!

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
2. Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
3. Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe
4. Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
5. Greek Pasta Salad recipe
6. Potato Salad (Greek Patatosalata)
7. Greek chickpea salad

Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)

(492 votes, average: 4.77 out of 5)
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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Yield: 8 portions
• Category: Salad
• Method: Boiled/ Baked
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Vegetarian

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An absolutely delicious and super healthy Greek lentil salad recipe with feta cheese and fresh vegetables. Whether eaten as a snack, side or light vegetarian meal, this super easy feta lentil salad recipe never fails to impress!

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Ingredients

• 400g brown lentils, picked and rinsed (14 oz.)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2–3 peppers (red, orange, yellow), roasted and sliced
• 250g feta cheese, crumbled (9 oz.)
• 10 cherry tomatoes, cut in half or 1 juicy tomato, cut in cubes
• 1 red onion, chopped
• a handful fresh parsley (or dill), chopped
• a handful fresh mint, chopped
• 10 kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• salt and freshly ground pepper

For the dressing

• 6 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
• 6 tbsps red wine vinegar
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• a pinch of sweet paprika

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Instructions

1. To prepare this Greek style lentil salad recipe with feta cheese, start by cooking the lentils. Place the lentils in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Drain and place them in a large pot. Cover the lentils with a 5-6cm of cold water, season with salt, add the bay leaf and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes. For this Greek lentil feta salad recipe the lentils should be cooked, but still retain a slight tooth. Keep in mind that different varieties of lentils cook at different times, so have a taste after 15 minutes and be careful not to overcook them!
2. In the meantime prepare the vegetables. For this Greek feta lentil salad recipe, you could use the peppers raw, cut into little cubes or roasted. Roasting the peppers, until slightly soft, will give extra flavour. To roast the peppers, cut them in half crosswise and place on a baking tray, lined with parchment pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt. Bake in preheated oven at 200-220C for about 20 minutes, or until softened.
3. To prepare the dressing for this Greek lentil salad recipe, add all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
4. When the lentils are cooked, drain them in a colander and place under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled slightly place lentils in a large serving bowl and toss with dressing. Add the chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and roasted peppers (sliced) and blend. Wait to add the fresh herbs just before serving. Enjoy!

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Watermelon feta salad recipe – A Greek summer favourite

Watermelon is with no doubt the fruit of the summer and the combination of juicy, chilled slices of watermelon and salty, creamy feta cheese is a Greek summer favourite. This watermelon feta salad recipe includes crispy cucumber, tangy kalamata olives and thin slices of red onion garnished with a touch of lemon dressing and fresh vibrant mint leaves to turn this surprising combination into a delicious watermelon feta salad.

This light and sweet watermelon feta salad recipe besides from being delicious also features two extremely hydrating ingredients, watermelon and cucumber making it perfect for the hot summer weather.

And if you think that this savoury fruit dish combination sounds improbable and couldn’t possibly work, then it’s time to go outside of your comfort zone and give it a try.  I’m sure that this watermelon feta salad will become a regular on your summer table!

How to pick a juicy, ripe watermelon for your watermelon feta salad recipe

For the most delicious watermelon feta salad keep an eye on your ingredients. Find some juicy ripe watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy Greek feta cheese and some kalamata black olives and you are basically done.

Picking the right watermelon to prepare this watermelon feta salad recipe is one of the tricky parts, as you don’t know what’s inside and once cut open you could be faced with the disappointment of an underripe watermelon disaster.

Although most people tend to tap the watermelon to find out if it’s ripe, experience has shown me that there are some other clever ways to double check it.

For this watermelon feta salad recipe it is imperative that you pick a ripe juicy watermelon. Start by lifting it up. Is the watermelon heavy for its size? Compare the weight of your watermelon with another of equal size – the heavier the ripest, as this indicates that is full of water. Make sure that the watermelon is symmetrical and uniformly shaped. If it has irregular bumps, this may mean that it received irregular amount of water or sun during growing.

Inspect the colour of the watermelon. For a perfect ripe watermelon for your watermelon feta salad pick a dark green and dull looking one, rather than a shiny. A shiny watermelon is more probable to be underripe. If you have any other tricks to pick a juicy, ripe watermelon I will be more than happy to let me know in the comments below!

So, if you’re looking for a cool and refreshing watermelon feta salad recipe for this summer, give it a try and if you are feeling adventurous enough try experimenting with different kind of ingredients, you may have lying around. Enjoy! (Click here for more salad recipe ideas).

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
2. Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
3. Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe
4. Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
5. Greek Pasta Salad recipe
6. Potato Salad (Greek Patatosalata)
7. Greek chickpea salad

Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe

(553 votes, average: 4.71 out of 5)
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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 10 min
• Yield: 4-6 portions
• Category: Salads
• Cuisine: Greek

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An absolutely delicious watermelon feta salad recipe. Watermelon is with no doubt the fruit of the summer and this refreshing combination of juicy, chilled slices of watermelon and salty, creamy feta cheese make for a Greek salad summer favourite!

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Ingredients

For the watermelon feta salad

• 1kg watermelon, seedless and cut into chunks (35oz.)
• 250g feta cheese, cut into cubes or crumbled (9 oz.)
• a bunch of mint, leaves only, chopped
• 1 small red onion, finely sliced
• 100g Kalamata olives, pitted (4 oz.)
• 1 small cucumber, peeled and diced (optional)

For the dressing

• 1/4 of a cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsps lemon juice
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. To prepare this watermelon feta salad recipe start by removing the rind and seeds from the watermelon, and cut into triangular chunks. Cut the feta cheese into small cubes, or bigger if you prefer, and place both into a large bowl. Slice the onions into paper-thin slices and place in the bowl with the rest of the ingredients, add the chopped mint leaves and the kalamata olives and set aside. (If you choose to prepare this watermelon feta salad recipe using cucumber too, then peel and slice the cucumber into half-moons and place in the bowl with rest of the ingredients).
2. Prepare the dressing for the watermelon feta salad. In a small bowl add the olive oil, lemon juice and brown sugar and season. Whisk the ingredients to combine, taste and adjust the seasoning.
3. Pour the dressing over the watermelon feta salad and toss to coat.
4. Divide the watermelon feta salad among individual serving plates and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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This Greek pasta salad recipe is so easy to prepare, that it is almost embarrassing to call it a recipe, but trust me it never fails to impress. Whether eaten as a snack, light meal or as a starter to that barbecue grilled souvlaki, that juicy, refreshing-salty taste combination going on here (that’s so good!) will keep you cool during the hot summer days! And of course if you love pasta, then my delicious pastitsio recipe is a must try!

Greek pasta salad recipe – A delicious taste of Greece

This refreshing Greek pasta salad recipe is the brightest example of how Greek cuisine takes the simplest ingredients and with literally no effort transforms them into a finger licking dish! So, if you are looking for a twist on your classic pasta salad, go Greek with this sprightly Greek pasta salad recipe and taste all the earthy flavours that characterise Greek cuisine in one dish.

For this Greek pasta salad recipe fusilli pasta is tossed with fresh vegetables, feta cheese and black olives. Coated with a light homemade Greek olive oil and lemon dressing and garnished with fresh herbs to create the best Greek pasta salad you have ever tried!

To prepare this Greek pasta salad recipe keep an eye on your ingredients. Find some juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, fresh peppers, creamy Greek feta cheese, good quality extra virgin olive oil and some kalamata black olives and you are basically done! If you have some leftover chicken, try adding some as well and make a whole brand new dish.

So, if you’re looking for a cool and refreshing salad recipe for this summer, give this Greek pasta salad recipe a try and if you are feeling adventurous enough try experimenting with different kind of ingredients, you may have lying around. Enjoy! 

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
2. Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
3. Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
4. Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe
5. Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
6. Potato Salad (Greek Patatosalata)
7. Greek chickpea salad

Greek Pasta Salad recipe

(647 votes, average: 4.74 out of 5)
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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 8 portions
• Category: Salad
• Cuisine: Greek

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If you are looking for a twist on your classic pasta salad, go Greek with this sprightly Greek pasta salad recipe! Go ahead, taste all the earthy flavours that characterize the Greek cuisine in one simple dish!

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Ingredients

• 350g fusilli pasta (13 oz.)
• 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges or 18 cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced into half moons
• 16 Kalamata olives
• 250g feta cheese, crumbled (8.5 oz.)
• 2 tbsps chopped parsley

For the dressing

• 4 and 1/2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
• 1 and 1/2 tbsps lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. To prepare this super easy Greek pasta salad recipe, start by cooking the pasta. Boil the pasta according to package instructions and drain. Set aside to cool down for a while.
2. In the meantime prepare your vegetables for the Greek pasta salad. Wash thoroughly and strain the vegetables. Cut the tomatoes into wedges, the cucumber into half moons, slice the pepper and the red onion. Place all the vegetables in a large salad bowl and add the pasta, the olives and feta cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley and mix everything together so that all the wonderful flavours mix.
3. To prepare the dressing for the Greek pasta salad add all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
4. Pour the dressing over the Greek pasta salad and toss to coat. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to preference.
5. Prepare this Greek pasta salad recipe a few hours before serving to allow the flavours to mingle and develop and it will certainly reward you.
6. Divide the Greek pasta salad among individual serving plates and serve cold. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 portion
• Calories: 347kcal
• Sugar: 5.3g
• Sodium: 707.4mg
• Fat: 16.3g
• Saturated Fat: 6.1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9.3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 40.3g
• Fiber: 3.1g
• Protein: 11.2g
• Cholesterol: 27.8mg

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If you haven’t tried Halloumi before, you will be amazed by it’s unique texture and taste. Halloumi is a traditional cheese originating from Cyprus and is made from a combination of sheep’s and goat’s milk. This robust, salty cheese can withstand grilling or frying without losing it’s shape, as it has a really high melting point.

Halloumi and lemon are best friends; so instead of a classic vinaigrette, dress the salad with an oil and lemon sauce with fresh herbs (ladolemono). Enjoy this grilled delicious Halloumi salad while still warm as a great starter or as as a healthy veggie Mediterranean meal.

Other delicious Greek salads

If you love my salad, then you’ll also love my following handpicked recommendations!

1. Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
2. Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
3. Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
4. Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
5. Greek Pasta Salad recipe
6. Potato Salad (Greek Patatosalata)
7. Greek chickpea salad

Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetables Salad Recipe

(671 votes, average: 4.87 out of 5)
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• Author: Eli K. Giannopoulos
• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 portions
• Category: Salad
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: Greek
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A delicious Halloumi salad recipe, packed with Mediterranean flavours! Soft and colourful roasted vegetables mixed with grilled Halloumi and crunchy leafy greens coated in an exquisite oil and lemon sauce.

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Ingredients

For the roasted vegetables

• 2 red peppers
• 1 green pepper
• 1 aubergine
• 2 zucchinis
• 1 red onion
• 2 cloves of garlic (skins on)
• olive oil
• thyme, rosemary
• salt and freshly ground pepper

For the dressing (oil and lemon sauce)

• 1/3 of a cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 of a cup water
• 1 tsp mustard
• 2 tbsps lemon juice
• some fresh herbs (basil, mint, parsley)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200C and prepare the vegetables for the halloumi salad. Halve and deseed the peppers and cut each half into 4 pieces. Cut the red onion into 8 wedges. Halve the zucchinis lengthways and then slice into 2cm chunks. Top and tail the aubergine, cut it in half and slice. Place all the vegetables (and the garlic) in a large baking tray and sprinkle with some fresh thyme and rosemary leaves. Season and drizzle with some olive oil and toss them to coat. Roast the vegetables for about 35 minutes, until golden, soft and cooked through. While the veggies are cooking, get them a good stir every now and again.
2. To prepare the dressing for the halloumi salad (oil and lemon sauce/ ladolemono), add into a blender all the ingredients and blend, until combined.
3. Place the Halloumi cheese in a hot frying or griddle pan and cook until it turns golden brown, turning half way through cooking (about a minute on each side).
4. Assemble the Halloumi salad. Put the leafy greens and the roasted vegetables in a large salad bowl. Pour in the sauce (be careful not to add too much sauce, because the greens will become wilt and no longer crunchy). Toss to coat everything in the dressing; have a taste and add some more seasoning, if needed. Tear the Halloumi into pieces over the salad and serve while still warm. Enjoy!

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