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Smartphone photo of an Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad in a rustic bowl with large tomato wedges, red onion rings, and a thick block of feta glistening with olive oil.

Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad: The Traditional No-Lettuce Village Recipe

Experience the true taste of Greece with this Authentic Greek Horiatiki Salad. Featuring juicy tomato wedges, crisp cucumbers, and a thick slab of feta, this no-lettuce village salad is finished with premium olive oil and fragrant oregano.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large Ripe Tomatoes approx 800g, cut into wedges
  • 1 large Cucumber approx 300g, sliced into thick half-moons
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion sliced into thin rings
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives 75g, whole with pits
  • 1 block Feta Cheese 200g/7oz, sheep's milk preferred
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Greek variety preferred
  • 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 60ml, high quality cold-pressed
  • 0.5 tsp Sea Salt flaky texture

Equipment

  • 1 Shallow Serving Bowl Wide and rustic for traditional presentation
  • 1 Sharp Chef's Knife Essential for thin onion slices

Method
 

Vegetable Prep
  1. Core the tomatoes and cut into large, rustic wedges. Place them in a shallow bowl and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt.
  2. Partially peel the cucumber to create stripes. Slice lengthwise, then into thick 1/2-inch half-moons. Add to the bowl.
Assembly
  1. Scatter the thin red onion rings and the whole Kalamata olives over the tomato and cucumber base.
  2. Place the whole slab of feta cheese prominently in the center of the salad bowl.
Finishing Touches
  1. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil generously over the entire assembly until glistening. Heavily dust the feta and vegetables with dried oregano and remaining salt.

Notes

Use room temperature vegetables for the best flavor profile.
Always use a block of feta rather than crumbles to maintain authenticity.