Description
Greek Feta Salad Tower is a fresh Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring layers of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red onion, creamy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, finished with a simple extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Beautifully presented yet incredibly easy to prepare, this elegant no-cook dish is perfect as a light lunch, refreshing appetizer, or colorful side for warm-weather meals and entertaining.
Ingredients
2 large ripe tomatoes, thickly sliced
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced into rounds
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
200 g feta cheese, cut into thick cubes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place a food ring in the center of a serving plate if using.
Layer the tomato slices to form the base.
Add a layer of cucumber slices.
Top with red onion slices.
Add several cubes of feta cheese.
Repeat the layers until all the vegetables and feta have been used to create a tall salad tower.
Carefully remove the food ring if using.
Arrange the Kalamata olives around the base and place a few on top.
Drizzle the dressing generously over the salad.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Serve immediately with warm crusty bread or grilled pita.
Notes
Use ripe but firm tomatoes for clean, stable layers.
Choose authentic Greek feta packed in brine for the best flavor.
Assemble just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the richest Mediterranean taste.
Store vegetables and dressing separately if preparing ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean