Roasted Greek Salad (Printable)

Vibrant warm salad with roasted Mediterranean vegetables, olives, feta, and lemon-oregano dressing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
05 - 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad Base

10 - 1 cucumber, sliced into half-moons
11 - 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
12 - 7 ounces feta cheese, cut into cubes or crumbled
13 - 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

14 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
15 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
18 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - While vegetables roast, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
05 - Arrange cucumber slices on a large platter or salad bowl.
06 - Add roasted vegetables on top of the cucumber. Scatter olives and feta cheese over the vegetables.
07 - Drizzle with dressing and garnish with chopped parsley. Toss gently and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The roasting transforms ordinary vegetables into caramelized treasures that taste nothing like their raw counterparts.
  • It comes together in under an hour and feels elegant enough to serve to guests but simple enough for a solo dinner.
  • Warm vegetables and melting feta create a salad that actually feels like a complete meal, not just a side dish.
02 -
  • Don't skip stirring the vegetables halfway through roasting—the side facing the pan needs to hear from the direct heat to caramelize properly.
  • Let the roasted vegetables cool for just a minute or two before dressing them, or the oil will separate and the dressing won't cling the way it should.
03 -
  • Make the dressing a few hours ahead so the oregano and garlic have time to infuse, then simply drizzle it on just before serving.
  • If you're not serving immediately, keep the roasted vegetables and fresh components separate, then combine and dress right before eating to maintain the best textures.
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