Greek Salad Skewers with Homemade Vinaigrette

Greek Salad Skewers are tasty colorful party appetizers made with crispy cucumbers, ripe cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, tangy feta and a zesty Greek-style vinaigrette.

This fresh vegetarian appetizer transforms a classic Greek salad into bite sized finger food that’s perfect for any occasion.

Looking for more easy appetizers? Check out my Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball or Easy Greek Hummus.

WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED TO MAKE GREEK SALAD SKEWERS?

These Greek salad skewers only require only 4 ingredients plus the vinaigrette ingredients (but you can always purchase a greek-style dressing to save time).

Mini cucumbers – do your best to find mini cucumbers (aka persian cucumbers) as they are the perfect size, don’t have seeds, and you don’t need to peel them.

You can also use English cucumbers (aka hot house cucumbers) just slice into half-moons instead of rounds.

Cherry tomatoes – look and taste great plus are the perfect size when cut in half.

Kalamata olives – be sure to buy pitted Greek kalamata olives for that authentic Greek salad taste.

Feta – buy a block of feta in brine and cut into 1-inch cubes.

For the Greek vinaigrette: olive oil, water, red wine vinegar, lemon, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

You will also need (36) skewers. These are my preferred option for these Greek salad skewers.

HOW TO MAKE GREEK SALAD SKEWERS

Step 1 – Cut feta into small cubes, slice cucumbers into rounds, and halve tomatoes. Set aside.

Step 2 – Assemble on a wooden skewer by threading one olive, half a tomato, one cucumber slice, and feta cube on the bottom. Stand up straight with feta on the bottom.

Step 3 – Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 36 skewers. Place skewers on a nice serving platter.

Step 4 – Serve Greek salad skewers with vinaigrette on the side or drizzle with some of the vinaigrette just before serving.

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE GREEK-STYLE VINAIGRETTE

This homemade Greek-style vinaigrette is simple, flavorful, and so versatile. This is my go-to recipe for salad dressing that I use in most of my recipes.

You can prepare the vinaigrette in a mason jar and store in the fridge for up to 1 week!

Step 1 – Prepare vinaigrette by adding all ingredients to a mason jar or other sealable container.

Step 2 – Shake to mix well. Be sure to shake up again before each use.

Serving tip: drizzle the Greek salad skewers with a bit of the vinaigrette just before serving and keep the extra on the side so guests can use more dressing as they like.

GREEK SALAD SKEWERS RECIPE TIPS

• Better to use thinner skewers so they don’t break the feta when pierced.
• Make feta cubes about 1-2 inches thick. If they are cut too small, they will break apart.
• Keep the feta in the fridge until it’s time to assemble so it stays firm.
• Don’t season skewers with extra salt as the feta, olives, and vinaigrette all have salt.
• Make sure to buy Greek kalamata olives that are pitted for that authentic Greek salad flavor.
• The homemade Greek vinaigrette is so tasty and the perfect pairing for these Greek salad skewers but if you’re really trying to simplify you can always buy a premade Greek dressing.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

The best way to serve these Greek salad skewers is on a nice platter with the dressing available on the side for dipping and drizzling.

Greek salad skewers are on the lighter side so it’s always nice to have other bite sized appetizers served along with them for grazing.

Here are some suggestions:

• Whipped feta (Tyrosalata)
• Roasted red pepper dip (Htipiti)
• Keftedes (Greek meatballs)
• Zucchini patties (Kolokithokeftedes)
• Authentic tzatziki
• Greek cheese pies (Tyropitakia)
• Easy homemade hummus

STORING AND MAKE AHEAD INSTRUCTIONS

Make ahead: prepare vinaigrette up to 1 week in advance. Make sure to shake well before serving as the ingredients will separate.

Prepare cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives and thread onto skewers up to 1 day in advance. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

When ready to serve, chop up feta into cubes and add to skewers. This will ensure feta stays firm and doesn’t dry out.

Leftovers: store undressed Greek salad skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store vinaigrette dressing for up to 1 week.  

RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR GREEK SALAD SKEWERS

• 6-inch bamboo skewers
• Mason jar
• Chef’s knife
• Serving platter

RECIPE FAQ’S

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