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Published: Jul 12, 2017 · Modified: Oct 18, 2023 by Kathy

Greek Cucumber Salad

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Fresh tomatoes, cucumber and. onions in a salad.

Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions and Feta come together in a delicious Greek Cucumber Salad.

Perfect for lunch or served as a side dish for dinner. This salad can be ready in just 10 minutes!

Greek cucumber salad with tomatoes on a white plate.

Greek salad with cucumbers and tomatoes

A Greek Cucumber Salad is a delightful Mediterranean dish. It features fresh crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

This chopped Greek salad is drizzled with olive oil and a zesty dressing, it's a perfect blend of flavors that's both refreshing and savory. Greek salad is a classic, choice for a light meal or side dish.

Key ingredients

Fresh tomatoes, onion, cucumber and other ingredients on a counter.

This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.

  • Tomatoes - Use perfectly ripe tomatoes
  • Onion - I use a red onion. You could also use a white onion or a sweet onion
  • Cucumber - Use an English cucumber or a standard slicing cucumber
  • Feta - Crumbled
  • Kalamata Olives - Pitted and halved

Step by step directions

In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.

  • Chop veggies
Chopped onions, tomatoes and cucumbers on a wooden board.
  • Add chopped veggies to a large bowl along with olives and feta cheese. Stir lightly to combine.
A glass bowl filled with veggies, olives and crumbled cheese.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a glass jar. Place lid on jar and shake to combine.
A glass jar filled with oil, vinegar and dried herbs.
A vinaigrette dressing in a glass jar with a lid.
  • Pour dressing over veggies and lightly toss to combine
Dressing being poured over freshly cut veggies.

Recipe tips

  • Chop veggies about the same size
  • You can peel the cucumber or leave the peel on
  • Tomato seeds can be scooped out or left in
  • Once the salad is assembled, add additional salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen tip

Taming the spiciness of red onions - Sometimes raw onions are very strong tasting and spicy. To reduce this taste, simply cut the onions and then soak in ice water for 15-20 minutes. Drain and then add to your salad.

Recipe Faqs

How long will this salad last?

This salad is best eaten right away. However, if you have any leftovers they will last for up to two days stored in the refrigerator.

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

If you need to make ahead of time, it's best to chop all the veggies and store in separate dishes. Make the dressing and keep in jar. Just before serving, assemble salad.

Serving suggestions?

This salad is perfect eaten as a vegetarian main dish or as a side dish. I often serve it alongside barbecued chicken or pan fried fish fillets. 

More delicious salads

  • Southwest Quinoa Salad
  • Black Bean and Corn Salad
  • Orzo Pasta Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Asian Cucumber Salad
Chopped Greek Salad on a white plate.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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Greek Cucumber Salad

Kathy Berget
Cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives and feta cheese
5 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 4 people
Calories 167 kcal

Equipment

  • Chef Knife
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cucumber (peeled and chopped)
  • 2 tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 small red onion (chopped)
  • ⅓ cup Kalamata olives (quartered)
  • ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)

Dressing

  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives and feta.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients together in a separate bowl.
  • Pour dressing over salad. Mix to combine.

Video

Notes

  • Chop veggies about the same size
  • You can peel the cucumber or leave the peel on
  • Tomato seeds can be scooped out or left in
  • Once salad is assembled, add additional salt and pepper to taste
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 432mgPotassium: 305mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 653IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 78mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. fwg says

    May 21, 2024 at 4:43 pm

    5 stars
    Great change of pace from regular salads.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      May 21, 2024 at 5:02 pm

      Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  2. David @ Spiced says

    July 18, 2017 at 4:59 am

    Nice job on the video, Kathy! 🙂 I love a good Greek salad, and I could totally see how this would become a summer staple. I used to always order Greek salads at restaurants with the olives on the side, and then Laura would take all of my olives. But now those olives are mine! Thanks so much for sharing your recipe, and good luck with that garden! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 19, 2017 at 5:14 am

      Thanks! The olives are the best part!

      Reply
  3. Kathleen says

    July 15, 2017 at 12:52 am

    Just discovered your blog and with our favorite "Greek salad". Making when we get up ! Yum The other salads are on my list to make also. So excited I found you. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 15, 2017 at 7:44 am

      Thanks! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

      Reply
  4. mira says

    July 14, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    5 stars
    This is one of my favorite salads! I make it at least once a week. Looks perfect! Congrats on your first video! They are so much work 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 15, 2017 at 7:44 am

      Thanks, Mira!

      Reply
  5. Pamela (BrooklynFarmGirl) says

    July 14, 2017 at 6:38 pm

    This salad looks so good!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 15, 2017 at 7:44 am

      And it tastes so good too!

      Reply
  6. allie says

    July 13, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    YAY!!! Congrats on your first video!!! I have yet to produce a video, so good for you. This salad looks amazing and packed with vibrant color and flavor. Yum!!!

    Reply
  7. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    July 13, 2017 at 1:39 pm

    A Greek salad is one of my favorite salads Kathy! I'll definitely be trying your recipe!

    Reply
  8. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    July 13, 2017 at 5:28 am

    5 stars
    I could eat Greek salad every day! Love those fresh flavours and the touch of brininess from the olives! Looks delicious and awesome job on the video, girl! High five 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 13, 2017 at 5:47 am

      The good thing about eating this salad every day is it's good for you! No regrets! Thanks for the high five...I'm so glad I finally created a video. It was a huge leap into the land of the unknown! Time to start the next one!

      Reply
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