17 Fresh Feta Salad Recipes

I almost always have a block of feta in my fridge. It’s my favorite cheese for salads because it adds a creamy, salty bite without needing to be grated or sliced.

On a hot day when I don’t want to cook, or when I need a quick side dish, a feta salad is my answer.

These recipes are simple, mix up easily, and turn basic vegetables into something I really look forward to eating. Here are 17 of my favorite ways to use it.

1. Classic Greek Salad

Chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives with big chunks of feta. A simple dressing of olive oil and oregano ties it all together.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 220
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 11g
4. Fat: 17g
5. Fiber: 3g

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2. Watermelon Feta Salad

Cubes of sweet watermelon and salty feta with fresh mint leaves. A drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lime is all it needs. It’s surprisingly good.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 22g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 1g

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3. Spinach Strawberry Salad

Fresh spinach leaves with sliced strawberries, red onion, and crumbled feta. I toss it with a light poppyseed dressing. The sweet and salty combo is perfect.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 160
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 16g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 4g

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4. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

A can of chickpeas, chopped parsley, cucumber, tomato, and feta with a lemon garlic vinaigrette. This is my go-to for a protein-packed lunch.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 12g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 13g
5. Fiber: 9g

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5. Beet and Feta Salad

Roasted or canned beets, sliced and topped with crumbled feta and walnuts. A simple balsamic glaze finishes it. The earthy and salty flavors work so well.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 8g
3. Carbs: 18g
4. Fat: 12g
5. Fiber: 5g

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6. Lentil Salad with Feta

Cooked brown or green lentils, diced bell pepper, and red onion with feta and a red wine vinaigrette. It’s hearty and great for make-ahead meals.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 250
2. Protein: 14g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 15g

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7. Cucumber Feta Salad

Thinly sliced cucumbers, red onion, and lots of dill with crumbled feta. I use a light vinaigrette instead of a creamy one. It’s crisp and refreshing.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 130
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 9g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 2g

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8. Quinoa Avocado Salad

Cooked quinoa with diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and feta. A lime cilantro dressing keeps it fresh. I eat this as a main dish all the time.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 320
2. Protein: 10g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 17g
5. Fiber: 9g

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9. Orzo Salad with Feta

Cooled cooked orzo pasta with chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and feta cheese. A lemon oregano dressing coats everything.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 10g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 11g
5. Fiber: 4g

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10. Corn and Feta Salad

Fresh sweet corn cut from the cob, diced bell pepper, and crumbled feta with a lime vinaigrette. This tastes like summer in a bowl.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 190
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 25g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 4g

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11. Tomato Basil Feta Salad

Sliced heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil leaves with slabs of feta on top. I just add salt, pepper, and a good drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 150
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 10g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 3g

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12. Farro and Vegetable Salad

Chewy cooked farro with roasted zucchini, red onion, and feta. A simple garlic and olive oil dressing is all it needs. It’s very filling.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 270
2. Protein: 9g
3. Carbs: 40g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 7g

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13. Arugula Peach Salad

Peppery arugula with sliced peaches, red onion, and feta. A honey dijon vinaigrette balances the flavors. It’s a lovely sweet and savory salad.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 170
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 20g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 4g

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14. White Bean and Tuna Salad

A can of tuna and a can of white beans with cucumber, red onion, and feta. A lemon vinaigrette makes it light and zesty, not heavy with mayo.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 300
2. Protein: 25g
3. Carbs: 25g
4. Fat: 11g
5. Fiber: 8g

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15. Couscous Salad with Feta

Fluffed cooked couscous with diced cucumber, tomato, chickpeas, and feta. A mint and lemon dressing gives it a bright flavor.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 240
2. Protein: 9g
3. Carbs: 38g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 6g

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16. Roasted Vegetable and Feta Salad

A mix of roasted bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini, cooled and tossed with feta and a balsamic drizzle. I love the deep flavors from the roasting.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 18g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 5g

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17. Simple Garden Salad with Feta

A basic mix of whatever lettuce I have, topped with cucumber, tomato, carrots, and crumbled feta. A classic vinaigrette makes it my everyday salad.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 140
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 10g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 3g

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