Vegan Greek Salad is a deliciously refreshing dish that combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with plant-based ingredients. This is a popular salad recipe and one of my favorites! In Greece, you really don’t have anything like an authentic Greek salad.
I’ve been there many times and my food of choice is always the Greek salad!
Traditionally, Greek salad, or “horiatiki,” is made with feta cheese, but in vegan versions, the cheese is replaced with a vegan alternative, like VioLife cheese in this salad recipe. The main ingredients of this vegan Greek salad include lots of fresh food like juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, fresh herbs, olives and a tangy homemade dressing.
Add your own favorite ingredients
One of the great joys of a vegan Greek salad, or any other salad for that matter, is how versatile it is. There’s nothing stopping you from adding your own preferences and experimenting with different ingredients. If you’re not a fan of cherry tomatoes or leafy greens like I am, feel free to add your favorite toppings like bell peppers, chickpeas, or cashews instead of black olives. The options are endless.
This recipe makes a great main meal for two or the perfect side dish for four.
raw material
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped
- 4 large vine tomatoes, cut into wedges
- handful of kalamata olives
- 1 teaspoon oregano (dried)
- 90g vegan feta cheese (I used Violife)
- 3-4 tablespoons Greek extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
method
- Place prepared ingredients in a large salad bowl. (all except feta)
- Mix lightly to ensure the oil covers the ingredients.
- Serve on a plate and top with crumbled vegan feta cheese.
- enjoy!
Delicious Vegan Greek Salad Recipe
Indulge in a Mediterranean classic with our delicious Greek salad. Crunchy lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, tangy kalamata olives and creamy vegan feta cheese come together harmoniously to transport your taste buds to Greece!
- ½ Shallot thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber peeled, seeded and chopped
- 4 large vine tomato cut into wedges
- handful of kalamata olives
- 1 teaspoon oregano dry
- 90 grams Vegan Feta Cheese
- 3-4 tablespoon Greek extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
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Place prepared ingredients in a large salad bowl. (all except feta)
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Mix lightly to ensure the oil covers the ingredients.
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Serve on a plate and top with crumbled vegan feta cheese.
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enjoy!
Is vegan feta as good as traditional feta?
Plant-Based Cheese Substitutes:
While feta cheese is a defining element of traditional Greek salads, the vegan version includes alternatives that capture the essence and texture of the original. Many plant-based feta cheeses, such as coconut oil feta (like Violife), tofu feta, almond feta, and even cashew feta, provide a creamy and savory component to salads. These vegan cheese substitutes often combine the richness and tanginess of feta cheese while maintaining the desired crumbly texture.
Health Benefits of Vegan Greek Salad
Vegan Greek salad has several health benefits, making it an excellent addition to any plant-based diet. Rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, this salad promotes optimal digestion, immune function and overall health. For example, tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant known for its potential cancer-fighting properties. Cucumbers provide moisture and are low in calories. Red onions lower cholesterol and contain quercetin, a compound that may protect against heart damage. Olives and olive oil provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Fresh herbs in salads not only add flavor, but also offer a range of health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
If you liked this, you might also want to check out our sweet and refreshing Peach Salad.
What’s your favorite salad?
