Greek Salad Dressing

 Here are a few delicious Greek salad dressing variations—from American-style vinaigrettes to authentic Greek horiatiki dressings.

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🥗 1. Classic Vinaigrette (American‑inspired)

A tangy, well-balanced mix often found in U.S. recipes.

Ingredients (approx. ¾ cup yield):

• ½ cup olive oil

• ¼ cup red wine vinegar

• 2 Tbsp lemon juice

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

Method:

1. Combine all ingredients in a jar.

2. Shake or whisk until emulsified.

This dressing doubles as a light marinade for meats or veggies  It stays fresh in the fridge for up to a week 

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🍋 2. Lemon‑Olive Oil (Ladolemono)

A stripped-down, bright style based on traditional Greek flavors.

Ratio:

• 1 part lemon juice to 3 parts extra‑virgin olive oil

• Additions: garlic, oregano, salt, pepper

Variations:

• ¼ cup lemon juice + ¾ cup EVOO

• 1 garlic clove, 1–2 tsp dried oregano, ¾ tsp each salt & pepper

Great for salads, grilled seafood, roasted veggies, or as a marinade .

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🌿 3. Pantry Vinaigrette (Allrecipes fan favorite)

A crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make vinaigrette:

Ingredients per 1 cup 

• 6 Tbsp olive oil

• ½ cup red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp each garlic powder, oregano, basil

• ¾ tsp salt & pepper

• ¾ tsp Dijon mustard

Tip: Slowly drizzle in vinegar while whisking to properly emulsify. Keeps ~1 week refrigerated 

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⚠️ 4. Authentic Horiatiki Approach

Traditional Greek salad often skips acidic dressing. Instead:

• Salt-ripened tomatoes release natural juices

• Drizzle with good EVOO

• Sprinkled oregano

• Optional red wine vinegar only if desired 

This minimalist style highlights the freshness of ingredients in the classic horiatiki salad 

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🧭 At a Glance: Comparison Table

Style	Acid	Oil	Extras	Use Cases
Classic Vinaigrette	Red wine vinegar + lemon	Olive oil	Garlic, Dijon, oregano, salt, pepper	Greek salad, marinades, pasta
Ladolemono (Lemon EVOO)	Lemon juice	EVOO	Garlic, oregano, salt, pepper	Fish, grilled veggies, salads
Pantry Vinaigrette (Allrecipes)	Red wine vinegar	Olive oil	Herbs, spices, mustard	Dressings, marinades
Authentic Horiatiki (minimal)	Natural tomato juice (+ optional EVOO)	EVOO optional	Oregano	Classic Greek village salad style

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👩‍🍳 Tips for the Best Dressing

• Emulsify well: drizzle acid into oil while whisking for a harmonious blend 

• Use quality EVOO: it's the flavor foundation

• Adjust acidity: lemon lightens, vinegar adds tang—mix to match your taste

• Fresh herbs: swap dried oregano for fresh at a 1:3 ratio 

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✅ Quick No-fuss Vinaigrette Recipe

Use this standard combo for ½ cup:

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp Dijon

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ garlic clove, minced

• Pinch salt & pepper

Shake well and toss with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives—and feta if you like! Use it within 5–7 days.