Layered Greek Salad Delight 🍽️
A stunning twist on the classic Greek salad—layered for elegance, flavor-packed, and perfect for summer gatherings!
There’s nothing quite like a good Greek salad, and this Layered Greek Salad Delight takes the timeless favorite to the next level. We’re stacking crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sharp red onions, briny olives, and creamy feta into an eye-catching tower that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Topped with a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, it’s the perfect side dish or light main that feels restaurant-worthy with almost no effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fresh, healthy, and low-carb
- No cooking required—ready in minutes
- Gorgeous presentation for entertaining
- Bursting with Mediterranean flavor
- Easy to customize with proteins or extra veggies
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, cut into thick slices 🥒
- 2 tomatoes, sliced 🍅
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
- ¼ cup black olives, sliced 🫒
- 2 tablespoons olive oil 🌿
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano 🌿
- Salt & black pepper to taste 🧂
Instructions
1️⃣ Build the Layers
On a serving plate, arrange thick cucumber slices in a circular base. Top with tomato slices, then a few onion rings. Repeat the layers to build height and texture—go as tall or flat as you like!
2️⃣ Top It Off
Sprinkle generously with crumbled feta and sliced black olives.
3️⃣ Drizzle the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this flavorful dressing over your tower.
4️⃣ Serve Fresh
Serve immediately while crisp and juicy. Add a sprinkle of extra oregano or lemon zest for flair!
Tips for Success
- Use firm, ripe tomatoes to avoid sogginess
- Try English cucumbers for fewer seeds
- Want to bulk it up? Add grilled chicken or chickpeas
- Prep the dressing ahead and chill for even better flavor
- Build individual towers for an elegant plated appetizer
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
This salad is a perfect side dish or appetizer and pairs beautifully with:
- This Baked Brie Appetizer for a classy spread
- A Light Tangy Chicken Salad (No Mayo) as a protein-packed meal
- Refreshing Blueberry Lemonade for a citrusy sip
- Sheet Pan Quesadillas to turn it into a full meal
- Monster Cookie Energy Balls to finish with a sweet bite
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- These No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Balls Are My Favorite Snack to Keep on Hand
- This Baked Brie Appetizer Is My Favorite Effortless Way to Impress Guests
Final Thoughts
This Layered Greek Salad Delight is a fresh, beautiful way to impress without stress. It’s proof that simple ingredients, when thoughtfully arranged, can deliver gourmet results. Whether for brunch, dinner parties, or a weekday lunch, this salad is a showstopper that always hits the right notes.
Tried it? I’d love to hear how you layered yours! Drop your twist in the comments and be sure to follow ChefManiac for more creative, delicious ways to elevate your everyday meals.
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