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Greek salad is probably one of the most famous salads in the world, so it simply had to have a place on the blog. It\u2019s incredibly simple, wonderfully minimalist, and yet everyone seems to have their own version. Horiatiki<\/strong>, the traditional Greek village salad, is the perfect side dish for a barbecue or a family dinner. It\u2019s also delicious served in pita bread with chicken gyros or souvlaki<\/strong>, the classic Greek meat skewers. Alongside dakos salad<\/a>, it\u2019s my favorite salad made with feta cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What goes into a Greek salad?<\/strong>
Greek salad is one of the easiest dishes you can make. Simply chop all the vegetables, add the feta cheese, and you\u2019re done. A traditional Greek salad contains cucumber, tomatoes, green bell pepper, Kalamata olives, red onion, and feta cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the authentic dressing for Greek salad?<\/strong>
The answer is none. Traditional Greek salad is not served with vinaigrette or any creamy dressing. It\u2019s simply seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. That\u2019s all it needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What seasonings are best for Greek salad?<\/strong>
I like my Greek salad with plenty of freshly ground black pepper and oregano. I never add salt because the feta cheese and olives are already salty enough for me. Fresh oregano is the best choice if you can find it, but freeze-dried oregano is an excellent alternative and has a much fresher flavor than regular dried oregano. I highly recommend trying it if you can find it. In general, freeze-dried herbs work wonderfully in fresh dishes, while I usually use dried herbs in cooked dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which olives should you use for Greek salad?<\/strong>
Kalamata olives are the best choice. They\u2019re larger, softer, and have a deep purple color, unlike more common black or green olives. They\u2019re usually a bit more expensive, but they\u2019re well worth it for their rich flavor and meaty texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which cheese is best for Greek salad?<\/strong>
I always use authentic feta cheese. I never substitute it with salad cheese or feta-style cheese. Real feta is firmer, slightly crumbly, and easy to break apart with a fork. It also has its characteristic tiny holes and rich, tangy flavor. If you\u2019ve never tried authentic feta before, you definitely should \u2014 it makes a huge difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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