Tossed Salad(Greek)
A vibrant Greek tossed salad featuring fresh vegetables, salty olives, anchovies, and crumbled feta, perfect for light meals or as a refreshing appetizer. Suitable for Mediterranean cuisine lovers.
Ingredients
- 1/2 head lettuce
- 1 tomato, cut into 8 wedges ⓘ
- 1/2 peeled cucumber, 1/2-inch chunks ⓘ
- 10 black olives ⓘ
- 6 Salonika peppers ⓘ
- 8 anchovy fillets ⓘ
- wine vinegar ⓘ
- 1/2 green pepper, sliced ⓘ
- 6 small beets, cut in half
- 4 green onions, sliced ⓘ
- 6 radishes, sliced ⓘ
- 1/3 lb. Feta cheese, crumbled ⓘ
- olive oil ⓘ
- salt ⓘ
Instructions
- Break the lettuce into small pieces and toss with tomato wedges, cucumber chunks, black olives, Salonika peppers, green pepper slices, beets halves, green onions, and radishes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss the salad again to combine.
- Arrange anchovy fillets evenly around the salad and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
- Just before serving, pour equal amounts of olive oil and vinegar over the salad and toss at the table.
- Serve with hard bread, crackers, or crusty rolls.
Tips & Substitutions
For a refreshing twist, consider adding diced bell peppers or radicchio for color. If you're short on time, pre-washed salad greens can replace the lettuce. You can substitute the black olives with green olives or even capers for a different flavor profile. A sprinkle of oregano adds an extra Mediterranean touch. This salad pairs beautifully with Prawns - Garlic And Spice for a complete meal.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Greek Tossed Salad as a vibrant side dish alongside grilled meats or seafood. It also makes a light main course when paired with hard bread or crusty rolls. For a complete Mediterranean feast, consider adding dishes like Clam And Shrimp Soup or Tuna-Stuffed Artichokes(Makes 8 Appetizer Servings) to your table.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. To keep the ingredients fresh, avoid adding dressing until you're ready to eat. If the salad becomes soggy, try refreshing it by tossing in a handful of fresh greens or adding more crumbled feta cheese.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Tossed Salad(Greek) contains roughly 1505 calories, with 10g protein, 30g carbohydrates, and 154g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (227% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (48% of the Daily Value), and potassium (30% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein and calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2796mg per serving (122% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the salad ingredients a few hours in advance and store them separately. Just mix the salad right before serving to keep everything crisp. However, it’s best to add the dressing just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.
What can I use instead of Feta cheese?
If you're not a fan of Feta cheese, you can substitute it with goat cheese or even a crumbly ricotta for a different flavor. Both options will still provide a creamy texture and complement the other ingredients well.
Is this salad suitable for a vegan diet?
To make this salad vegan, simply omit the anchovy fillets and Feta cheese. You can enhance the flavor by adding nutritional yeast or a vegan cheese alternative. The rest of the ingredients are naturally vegan-friendly, making it a colorful and nutritious option.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).