Greek Salad Dressing
This Greek salad dressing is fresh, flavorful, easy to make and tastes better than anything you can buy in the store. Whip up a fresh batch and store it in your fridge!
When it comes to making Greek salads, it only makes sense to drizzle Greek salad dressing on top.
But you’d be remiss to think that’s the only salad this dressing is good for. Greek salad dressing is extremely versatile and also a perfect marinade for anything you might want to toss on the grill in summertime – veggies, chicken, fish, you name it.
What’s in a Greek Salad Dressing?
A traditional Greek salad dressing is really a Greek vinaigrette as it contains olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic cloves, dried oregano (the key ingredient) and salt and pepper.
You can use virgin or extra virgin olive oil, but I think more important is the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard and spices you use. Opt for quality ingredients like this organic red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard. And you know I’m a big fan of Simply Organic spices (did you see my Spice Drawer Organization video?).
Once you’ve got all your ingredients in a bowl, it’s as easy as whisking it all together. Then drizzle it on my Greek Salad recipe and enjoy!
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Greek Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients, except the olive oil to a bowl and whisk together.
- Slowly add the olive oil and whisk vigorously while pouring until the dressing is emulsified.
Lisa's Tips
- This dressing will last for up to one week in the fridge. Check out some of my favorite glass storage containers.
- I also prepare this dressing as part of my Summer Meal Prep series. Make sure to watch that video more for delicious recipes ideas.
Good recipe. The olive oil you use is most important. Make sure it has less than .5% acidity. I use half red wine vinegar and half balsamic and used my mini food processor.
Hi Gene – Glad you enjoyed this recipe!
I added a little bit of honey, parm cheese oregano to this and it is sooo good, we have a restaurant down the street who has a bottle they make and sell for $6 and this recipe was the base to Theres that i have been searching for, except I may change the oil as the olive oil has too much of a robust flavor… thank you!!!!
Hi Nicole – I’m so excited that you finally found what you were looking for!
I wasn’t sure which olive oil to use so I did 1/2 light tasting and 1/2 Robust EVOO. Turned out great. In a pinch you can add quality dry red wine to white or cider vinegar and get some of the same flavors like red wine vinegar. I’m a dressing junky so I own 8 or 9 vinegars.
I’m happy you loved the dressing Jennifer! And thanks for the tip on the vinegars as well. You do sound like the expert! :)
I have everything but red wine vinegar. Could I use white wine vinegar or another kind?
Red wine vinegar is really what makes greek salad dressing what it is, but you could certainly use another vinegar this time and then grab red wine vinegar for the future! :)
Lisa, I have sent my email at least 3 times and have not received PDF files. I really like your videos and would dearly like to begin following your videos and recipes.
Hi Christine – I just checked and you received that email back on Dec 28, 2018 and opened it. Try doing a search on your email inbox for “downshiftology” to find it again.
I love the Luna Grill greek dressing and haven’t found one until now that measures up. This was so delicious and easy to make. This is the first recipie I came back digging for. It will now be THE staple.
I love Luna Grill too! Thank you for the kind comment, Danielle! I’m so glad you love the dressing! :)
This is great stuff & the recipe is going into my “tried & true” recipe folder. It’s a perfect combination on the Greek salad with some Feta cheese & calamata olives. Thanks so much.
Thanks for the kind words, Scott! I’m so happy you loved the salad and dressing! :)
Best dressing I tested ??
Great! I’m glad you loved the recipe!
Hi, so why did they only give 4 stars?
One of the best dressings I have ever tasted. Everyone loved this dressing along with the cobb salad at Easter this year. Definitely a new staple in our family
Thanks, Mish! The Greek Salad dressing is definitely Downshiftology favorite! :)
Absolutely delicious and simple … exactly what I needed! thank you
Hi Sarah – So glad you enjoyed the Greek Salad and thank you for kind words!
I followed this recipe and added some kalamata olives as well….. delicious! quick easy.
More olives are always a great addition! Glad you loved it. :)
Spot on dressing. Took a chance to make some home made Greek salad ? today. This recipe is da bomb. I’ll invest in a better red Wine ? vinegar brand. Also used 1/3 cup cap 1/2 cup oil and also frozen garlic cubes vs freshly crushed. Turned out great. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Lem – Thanks for sharing your nuances on my recipe. I love reading everyone’s creative spin and I’m so glad you liked it. :)
First time I ever made Greek salad dressing! It was so easy to prepare! Served over fresh iceberg
with yellow bell peppers,sliced english cucumbers,wild wonder tomatoes and fresh feta. Oh and don’t forget the kalamata olives with pita! Thank-you for sharing this delicious receipe! I am so happy I found your website!
Thanks April! It’s amazing how easy it is to make dressings, especially when we’re so used to store bought dressing. You make it once, and you’ll never go back :)
Delicious! Our new go-to Greek dressing!!
Awesome, Yvette! So glad you enjoyed the salad dressing :)
This recipe is really good. Better tand something at a reaturaunt. If you are wonderign how much it makes 1/2 a recpe makes about a 1/2 cup and a whole recipe makes about 1 cup. You can use frozen garlic cubes if you dont want to get your hands stiky thats what i do.
Thanks for the tip Ivy, I’m sure other readers will find your tips helpful! :)
My goodness! I just discovered your website! Where have I been?! I need to get ready for work and can’t pull myself away from it. Love your style and instructions. Simple and elegant. Thank you for so generously sharing your knowledge.
Aww, thanks so much Donna for your kind words! I’m so thrilled you love my recipes and website. :) x
Thanks for your great quick meal plans
You’re welcome Karen! I’m glad that you’re enjoying them. :)
This is a great light delightful salad dressing. I made it just as it says, but did not have Dijon mustard and used regular mustard and it turned out fine.
Wonderful! I’m glad you enjoyed the salad dressing Barbara. :)
Hey…This dressing is perfect as written! I did add a little kalamata juice from the olives I used in the salad, but this is a definite keeper!This will be my goto salad all summer. I know, its winter, but I was just really in the mood for Greek Salad tonight. AMAZING!!!Thanks for sharing!
Happy you enjoyed both the Greek salad and dressing recipe Mike! It’s one of my favorites as well, especially in spring and summer. :)
Hello Lisa…. I am going to try this recipe. I really like your website and youtube channel. Your channel is well planned and thought out —you inspire me :)
Aww, thanks so much Michelle! I’m so happy you love my content. I hope you enjoy this recipe! :) x
In most of your recipes that call for olive oil, there is no specification for regular or extra virgin. Which one should be used here? Thanks for all the great recipes and ideas!
Hi Kim – you can use either, though I personally prefer extra virgin olive oil in salad dressings. :) x