This Chopped Greek Salad is a riff on the Greek Maroulosalata salad aka Greek Lettuce Salad. Loaded with fresh chopped vegetables and herbs, this easy salad recipe is a great compliment to any meal.

The simple lemon vinaigrette adds brightness and freshness that only enhances this simple yet flavorful pairing. Option to add your favorite roasted or grilled protein for the ultimate lunch or dinner recipe.

If you love simple salads try my, Cucumber Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing.

chopped Greek salad.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy to make. This easy to make salad is a great way to enhance mealtime. It looks impressive but is very easy to prepare.

Fresh and flavorful. You only need a few simple ingredients and 20 minutes to pull this salad recipe together.

Versatile. This salad is super versatile. Serve it alongside grilled salmon, chicken, shrimp or sliced flank steak for a delicious combination.

Impressive. This easy chopped salad recipe has a beautiful presentation but doesn’t require a lot of work. Best enjoyed immediately once dressed.

ingredients needed for chopped greek salad.

Recipe Ingredients

  • Lettuce: You’ll need 2-3 heads of romaine lettuce. Wash and dry the lettuce well before chopping.
  • Onion: This recipe calls for sliced green onion.
  • Herbs: You’ll need freshly chopped dill for this recipe. Option to add mint if you desire.
  • Cheese: This recipe calls for freshly crumbled feta cheese.
  • Nuts: Add some chopped pistachios for extra flavor and texture.

Dressing

  • Oil: This recipe calls for extra virgin olive oil.
  • Lemon: You’ll need fresh squeezed lemon juice and zest for this recipe.
  • Mustard: This recipe calls for Dijon mustard.
  • Honey: This recipe calls for honey to add a touch of sweetness.
  • Seasoning: You’ll need dried oregano and kosher salt for this dressing. Option to add a pinch of garlic powder if you desire.
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Variations

Swap the nuts. Not a fan of pistachios? Try toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts instead.

Use a blend of herbs. This recipe calls for fresh dill. However, you can add a small amount of chopped mint or parsley if you desire.

Add protein. For a more complete meal versus a side salad, add your favorite grilled protein. Grilled shrimp, chicken or salmon would all taste amazing.

Expert Tips

Wash and dry the romaine very well. You do not want the lettuce to get soggy.

Use as much or as little dressing as you desire. Store any extra dressing in a separate sealable container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

This chopped salad is best enjoyed immediately once dressed. The lettuce will begin to wilt over time.

How to Make

Make the Dressing

Combine extra virgin olive oil, fresh squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and dried oregano. Mix well.

lemon dressing.

Assemble

Wash, dry and chop the romaine lettuce. Add it to a large mixing bowl. Chop the green onions and fresh dill. Crumble the creamy feta and add it to the bowl. Top with chopped pistachios and as much or as little lemon vinaigrette dressing as you desire. Toss well. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Storage

Best enjoyed immediately once dressed. Extra dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

all the salad ingredients in a bowl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this chopped Greek salad recipe ahead of time?

You can prep the herbs, vegetables and dressing up to 12 hours ahead of time. Store the lettuce in a sealable bag with paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. Make and store the dressing in a sealable container in the refrigerator. Give it a good shake before using.

Chop the green onions and fresh dill and store everything covered in separate containers the refrigerator. Once you combine the ingredients, serve immediately. This salad is best enjoyed immediately. 

What can I serve with this chopped Greek salad?

Add protein like grilled shrimp, salmon or chicken.

Other Salad Recipes to Consider Trying

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Chopped Greek Salad (Maroulosalata)

Author: Sarah Thomas-Drawbaugh
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
This Chopped Greek Salad is a riff on the Greek Maroulosalata salad aka Greek Lettuce Salad. Loaded with fresh chopped vegetables and herbs, this easy salad recipe is a great compliment to any meal.
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Equipment

Ingredients

Greek Salad

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped small, use large heads of lettuce
  • 4-5 green onions
  • 1 ounce fresh dill, remove stems, chopped small
  • ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ⅓ cup pistachios, roasted and salted, roughly chopped

Dressing

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • pinch kosher salt, to taste

Instructions 

How to Make

    Make the Dressing

    • Combine extra virgin olive oil, fresh squeezed lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and dried oregano. Mix well.

    Assemble

    • Wash, dry and chop the romaine lettuce. Add it to a large mixing bowl. Chop the green onions and fresh dill. Crumble the creamy feta and add it to the bowl. Top with chopped pistachios and as much or as little lemon vinaigrette dressing as you desire. Toss well. Serve immediately and enjoy.

    Notes

    Storage
    Best enjoyed immediately once dressed. Extra dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving or 1/4 of the salad with dressing., Calories: 331kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 25g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 366mg, Potassium: 997mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 28096IU, Vitamin C: 25mg, Calcium: 282mg, Iron: 4mg
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Calories: 331
    Author: Sarah Thomas-Drawbaugh