Great summer Greek salads?

[toniiv]

I absolutely love summer especially because of all the fresh produce. When tomatoes are at their peak, nothing beats a classic horiatiki salad with crisp cucumbers, olives, onion, and that thick slab of feta. But I know there are so many more Greek salads worth trying, and I’d love your recommendations!

I’ve had maroulosalata before and enjoyed it—so simple but refreshing. I also think lahanosalata (cabbage salad) can be great for summer cookouts, especially when dressed with lemon and olive oil. But I’m curious—what other traditional or regional Greek salads do you make in the summer?

Are there any grain-based salads like with kritharaki or bulgur? Any lesser-known village-style recipes? Warm or cold versions with legumes? I’d love to discover some new ones to rotate into my weekly meals.

 

[k_tsoukalas]

I’m totally with you—Greek summer salads are the best, especially when the ingredients are at their peak. Beyond horiatiki and maroulosalata, I love pantzarosalata (beet salad with garlic and yogurt or just olive oil and vinegar)—super cooling and earthy. Another favorite is revithosalata, a chilled chickpea salad with red onion, parsley, olive oil, and lemon. It’s filling but still light enough for summer.

You mentioned grain-based—yes! I’ve had pligouri (bulgur) salad with tomatoes, mint, scallions, and lemon. Almost like a Greek-style tabbouleh. And kritharoto salads with orzo, roasted vegetables, and crumbled feta work great served cold.

Also look into xoriatiki me paximadi—basically horiatiki layered over soaked barley rusks. It’s hearty and perfect for outdoor meals. And don’t overlook fasolakia salata—green beans blanched and tossed with garlic, olive oil, and lemon.