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Horiatiki Salad Recipe

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Horiatiki Salad, also known as Greek village salad, is a refreshing and vibrant mix of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy red onions, green bell peppers, Kalamata olives, and slabs of creamy feta cheese, all tossed in extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with oregano and sea salt. Perfectly suited for a light lunch or a side dish, this no-cook Mediterranean salad bursts with fresh flavors and traditional ingredients.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 1 large cucumber (preferably seedless)
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, seeds and stem removed and sliced

Condiments & Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Sea salt, to finish
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or more to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano (divided)

Other Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (not pitted)
  • 4 ounces Greek feta, cut into slabs
  • 2 tablespoons capers (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tomatoes: Cut the tomatoes into wedges over a shallow serving bowl or platter to catch all the juices. Sprinkle the tomato wedges with kosher salt and allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes. This helps draw out excess moisture and heightens their flavor.
  2. Prepare Cucumber: While the tomatoes are resting, peel the cucumber and cut it into large rounds or chunks to maintain a crisp texture in the salad.
  3. Combine Vegetables: Add the sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, green bell pepper slices, and Kalamata olives to the bowl with the salted tomatoes. Drizzle most of the extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables and add a splash of red wine vinegar if using. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried oregano on top. Toss the mixture gently to combine without breaking up the ingredients.
  4. Add Feta and Capers: Arrange the slabs of Greek feta cheese over the top of the salad. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and add capers if desired to enhance the flavor profile.
  5. Finish Seasoning: Drizzle a little more olive oil over the salad and finish with a pinch of sea salt to taste. This final seasoning brightens the dish perfectly.
  6. Serve: Serve the Horiatiki Salad immediately alongside crusty bread or as a side to your favorite Mediterranean dishes. Enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors at their best.

Notes

  • This traditional salad uses no cooking and is best served fresh to retain crispness and flavor.
  • Using seedless or peeled cucumbers prevents excess wateriness in the salad.
  • Feta can be substituted with a vegetarian cheese alternative if preferred.
  • The red wine vinegar is optional; omit for a milder taste.
  • For a more robust flavor, add a splash of fresh lemon juice before serving.
  • Salad is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly.

Keywords: Horiatiki Salad, Greek Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Feta Salad, No Cook Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian, Gluten Free

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