Horiatiki, peasant salad, is the authentic Greek salad without lettuce that is a success in taverns throughout Greece. It was born as a summer dish using what the Mediterranean garden gave. The block feta and Kalamata olives are non-negotiable in the traditional version.
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Traditional horiatiki salad
Traditional horiatiki salad — Main course de Grecia. Con ripe in wedges, sliced thick, green in hoops · dificultad easy · 15 min.
- Grecia
- Main course
- Gluten-free
- Vegetarian
- Light
- easy
15 min
Tiempo total
15 min
Preparation
4
Servings
Nutrition per serving
- Calories 285 kcal
- Protein 10 g
- Fiber 4 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 22 g
- Sodium 820 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Traditional horiatiki salad is a Greek preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve for about 15 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced.
- Have ready: 1 thick cucumber, sliced.
- Have ready: 1 green pepper in rings.
- Have ready: 1 red onion, finely julienned.
- Have ready: 200 g of block feta cheese.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
cut tomatoes
cucumber and pepper in large pieces and place in salad bowl
Add julienned red onion and mix gently
Place the entire block of feta on top without crumbling it
Distribute Kalamata olives around
Dress with oil
vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper just before serving
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
Do not stir excessively: each diner mixes on his own plate
Serve with rustic bread to moisten the dressing juices
Variations
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
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