Creamy Greek Salad

I have always loved a Greek salad. The flavors are so amazing and it has always been one of my favorite salads and makes a delicious Thanksgiving Salad Recipe.

There is just something so delicious and refreshing about the tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and more blended with lots of olives and feta cheese. Yum!

The flavor of the Greek Salad simply can’t be beat. However, one day I wanted to try something new and turned my traditional Greek Salad recipe into an Easy Creamy Greek Salad. The creaminess is just out of this world and so good! If you love Greek salad, this creamy version is a must try. You may also love Creamy Cucumber Salad.

Why You’ll Love Creamy Greek Salad

The combination of the Greek Yogurt, Lime Juice, dried oregano and minced garlic gives it that creamy texture without a lot of calories and gives it a protein boost!

It pairs with everything from grilled chicken to pita chips, keeps its crunch in the fridge, and comes together easily with simple bright veggies.

Ingredients

• Greek Yogurt – Use plain Greek Yogurt
• Lemon – For the best flavor use fresh lemon juice
• Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Dried Oregano – You can also use Italian Seasoning Recipe
• Diced Vegetables – Tomato, cucumber, red onion, green pepper, red pepper
• Crumbled Feta Cheese – Add amazing flavor
• Greek Olives – Chopped into bite size pieces

How to Make Greek Salad Recipe

Step 1 – Place all ingredients in a large bowl – This is such a simple recipe.  Just combine all the ingredients in a bowl. This includes the ingredients to make the creamy dressing.

Step 2 – Combine Ingredients – Stir to combine all ingredients until everything is well coated.

Step 3 – Refrigerate Salad – Cover your bowl and refrigerate for one hour so that the flavors can combine.

Step 4 – Serve and Enjoy – This part is worth the wait because everything really combines for the most amazing salad. Season with salt and pepper. We like using black pepper.

Recipe Tips

• Perfect for Grilling Season – The flavors go well with grilled chicken and it is the best meal. During the summer months when I try not to heat up the kitchen, this salad and grilled chicken are on our permanent menu plan rotation.
• Chop Vegetables in advance – This recipe calls for diced onions and bell peppers. Use a small food chopper or food processor to quickly and easily chop the onions and peppers in advance.
• Let Pasta Cool – If you are adding pasta to this salad, make sure to let it cool.
• Cook Pasta – When preparing pasta, let it cook a little longer than al dente. It will firm up as it cools.

Variation Ideas

• Add Pasta – You can add in cooked pasta like rotini, penne, or bowtie pasta. If you add in pasta make it has cooled before adding to your salad.
• Slice Black Olives – Toss in some slice black olives. Most of my family and friends love black olives, so I like some in. Kalamata olives is another option.
• Add in other Vegetables – I make this creamy Greek salad a lot because I can use what I have. This is a great way to use up vegetables that might be going bad. Cherry tomatoes would be a good substitution.
• Dressing Options – You can also use a red wine vinegar with lemon juice or olive oil.

What to Serve with Greek Salad?

This salad is delicious alone. I have this for a light lunch or dinner frequently. It always hits the spot.

• Grilled Chicken – However, if you want to serve it with something, it is so versatile. We love it with this Easy Grilled Chicken Kabob Recipe or Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken.
• Smoked Turkey – Turkey is another option that pairs well with this salad. It really is delicious with lots of things.
• Serve with Sandwich – You can serve this salad as side to your Turkey Melt Sandwich. It is also great on a sandwich.
• Top of a Green Salad – You can even top this salad on a green salad.