My dad’s version of this classic salad is as easy and breezy as it comes.

All the best ingredients and flavors of Greek cuisine, all in one easy summer salad!

It’s terrific with pita bread that has been brushed with olive oil and toasted or grilled.

Bowl of Easy Greek Salad With Utensils, and Next to It, a Glass of Water, a Small Bowl of Herbs, and a Kitchen Towel

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Tomatoes are much better when fresh and un-refrigerated, so wait to add those until just before serving.

Toss all the vegetables with the salad dressing and sprinkle with cheese when ready to serve.

What’s in Greek Salad Dressing?

Serving Utensils Lifting Some Easy Greek Salad From the Bowl, and in the Background, Two Glasses of Water

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This one usesolive oil,lemon juice, garlic, red wine vinegar, oregano, and dill.

No Lettuce?

Greek salads typically do not contain lettuce or other leafy greens.

Close-up: Easy Greek Salad

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This makes the salad extra crunchy and colorful.

If you’d like to include greens in your salad, don’t let us stop you!

This softens their flavor and makes them a little more palatable.

Greek Salad Dressing Whisked Together in a Pyrex Measuring Cup

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Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Tip

This can be prepared 3 hours ahead.

Let stand at room temperature.

Greek Salad Ingredients in a Bowl in Separate Piles, and Next to the Bowl, a Jar of Greek Salad Dressing

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Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper, and olives in a large bowl.

Toss with the dressing.

Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Easy Greek Salad in a Bowl

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Easy Greek Salad in a Wooden Bowl With a Set of Serving Utensils, and in the Surroundings, a Glass of Iced Lemon Water, a Bowl of Herbs, and a White and Blue Striped Kitchen Towel

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