Greek Salad Stack with Feta and Olives

Greek Salad Stack with Feta and Olives

Fresh • Colorful • Mediterranean Classic

Description

This Greek Salad Stack turns the traditional horiatiki into a stunning layered presentation. Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onion, briny olives, and creamy feta are stacked neatly and finished with extra virgin olive oil and oregano. It’s refreshing, naturally gluten-free, and perfect as a light meal or impressive appetizer.

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Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced into thick rounds

• 1 large cucumber, sliced into rounds

• ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

• ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced or whole

• 4 oz (115 g) feta cheese, sliced or crumbled

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar (or fresh lemon juice)

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional additions:

• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

• Capers

• A pinch of chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Prep the vegetables
   Slice tomatoes and cucumbers into similar-sized rounds for easy stacking. Thinly slice the red onion.

2. Assemble the stacks
   On a serving plate, layer:

   • Cucumber slice

   • Tomato slice

   • Red onion

   • Feta cheese
     Repeat layers to create 2–3 neat stacks.

3. Add olives
   Scatter olives around and between the stacks.

4. Dress & finish
   Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Sprinkle oregano and black pepper on top.

5. Serve immediately
   Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

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Serving Suggestions

• As a light lunch with warm pita

• As an appetizer for Mediterranean meals

• Alongside grilled fish or chicken

• Served deconstructed for casual gatherings

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Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: You can prep the ingredients ahead, but assemble just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.

Q: Is this salad healthy?
A: Yes! It’s rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and calcium—perfect for a Mediterranean diet.

Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Simply omit feta or replace it with a plant-based feta alternative.

Q: Should I add salt?
A: Usually not necessary—feta and olives provide enough saltiness.

Q: Can I turn this into a full meal?
A: Absolutely. Add grilled chicken, shrimp, chickpeas, or quinoa.

Q: What’s the best feta to use?
A: Traditional sheep’s milk Greek feta offers the most authentic flavor.