Source: Vaivirga, AdobeStockDressing is one of the main components of any salad, as it directly determines its taste. And Greek yogurt can confidently be called one of the best dressings. It's lighter and healthier than mayonnaise, not at all like sour cream, and ultimately – it's just very tasty on its own. Catch these proven salad recipes with it!
1. Beetroot, Young Cabbage, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockA healthy and diet-friendly salad for every day.
You will need: 1 beetroot, 1 carrot, 1/4 head young cabbage, 1 handful walnuts, 2-3 tbsp Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Thinly slice the carrot and beetroot, shred the cabbage, and chop the walnuts. Mix everything together and dress the salad with yogurt.
2. Olivier Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockA healthier and lower-calorie version of a classic homemade dish.
You will need: 300 g chicken fillet, 4 potatoes, 1 carrot, 4 eggs, 2 pickled cucumbers, 150 g canned green peas, 150 g Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Boil the chicken fillet, potatoes, carrots, and eggs. Dice everything and add the canned peas. Dress the salad with Greek yogurt and season.
3. Red Fish, Egg, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockFor this recipe, be sure to choose smoked fish.
You will need: 150 g smoked red fish, 150 g cucumbers, 1 purple onion, 100 g salad mix, 2 eggs, 1 handful olives, 150 g Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, 3 sprigs dill.
Preparation: Mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic and dill, olive oil, lemon juice, and spices to taste. Boil the eggs and cut all salad ingredients into medium pieces. Arrange everything on a plate and drizzle with the prepared dressing.
4. Calamari and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockSurprises and delights with a successful combination of ingredients.
You will need: 250 g calamari, 100 g hard cheese, 150 g cucumbers, 2 eggs, 3 sprigs dill, 2 tbsp yogurt, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Boil calamari for 1-2 minutes in boiling water. Boil eggs and cut all ingredients into small pieces. Chop the dill, dress the salad with yogurt, salt, and pepper.
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5. Potato Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockSmall new potatoes are best for this.
You will need: 500 g potatoes, 2 green onion stalks, 2 tsp capers, 1-2 handfuls olives, 3 sprigs dill, 100 g feta, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, spices, 1 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice each, 0.5 tsp sugar.
Preparation: Cut potatoes into pieces, boil until tender, and let them cool. Add olives cut in half, chopped dill and green onions, capers, and crumbled feta. Mix Greek yogurt and the remaining ingredients, and pour this dressing over the salad.
6. Fruit Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockA healthy fruit salad for the whole family. Optionally, add honey or a sweetener to the yogurt.
You will need: 100 g plums, 2 celery stalks, 2 apples, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 50 g Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Slice plums into wedges, and dice apples and celery. Drizzle apples with lemon juice. Mix the salad and pour Greek yogurt over it.
7. Chicken, Cucumber, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockAn extraordinary and piquant dressing that adds a twist to the salad.
You will need: 200 g chicken fillet, 1 cucumber, 20 g cilantro, 150 g arugula, 100 g Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp maple or other syrup, 2 sprigs mint, spices.
Preparation: Boil or bake chicken using any convenient method. Slice it into strips along with the cucumber. Add arugula, chopped cilantro, and mint. Blend all other ingredients with yogurt and pour over the salad.
8. Young Cabbage and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockIf desired, you can use Napa cabbage for this recipe.
You will need: 500 g young cabbage, 3-4 eggs, 2 cucumbers, 4 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 sprigs dill, spices.
Preparation: Thinly shred the cabbage. Boil and chop the eggs. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds. Mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, spices, and chopped dill, and dress the salad.
9. Smoked Chicken and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockThe beloved combination of chicken and pineapple – now in this form.
You will need: 200 g smoked chicken, 200 g pineapple, 1 kiwi, 1 avocado, 80 g hard cheese, 3 tbsp Greek yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Dice all ingredients and mix. Season Greek yogurt to taste and dress the salad with it.
10. Beetroot Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockVery minimalistic, yet vibrant and delicious salad.
You will need: 1 beetroot, 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, 1/2 bunch basil, 50 g Greek yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Boil or bake the beetroot, and grate it on a coarse grater. Chop the basil and sprinkle everything with pumpkin seeds. Season the salad and drizzle with Greek yogurt.
11. Kohlrabi and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockFresh, light, diet-friendly – what more could you want?
You will need: 1 kohlrabi, 2-3 cucumbers, 2 cloves garlic, 4 sprigs dill, 2-3 tbsp Greek yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Slice kohlrabi and cucumbers into thin strips. Mince garlic and dill. Dress the salad with Greek yogurt and spices.
12. Daikon, Cucumber, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockGreek yogurt is great for dressing because it has no unnecessary additives.
You will need: 300 g cucumbers, 200 g daikon, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp chopped walnuts, 2-3 tbsp Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Boil eggs hard and chop finely. Grate daikon, thinly slice cucumbers, and add walnuts. Dress the salad with Greek yogurt.
13. Winter Fruit Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockFor extra piquancy – sprinkle the finished salad with ground pink pepper.
You will need: 1 apple, 1 pear, 4 kiwis, 2 grapefruits, 6 sprigs basil, 1 lemon, 120 ml Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Peel all fruits except the lemon, and cut them into medium pieces. Drizzle with lemon juice and add chopped basil. Mix Greek yogurt with honey and dress the salad.
14. Apple, Celery, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockWe recommend choosing green or yellow apple varieties.
You will need: 200 g apples, 150 g cucumbers, 50 g celery, 10 g greens, 100 g Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Peel and dice all ingredients finely. Chop the greens and dress the salad with yogurt.
15. Banana, Strawberry, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockIt's hard to imagine a more perfect dressing for fruit salads.
You will need: 250 g strawberries, 250 g blueberries, 250 g bananas, 1 bunch mint, 200 g Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp honey and lime juice each.
Preparation: Randomly slice bananas and large strawberries. Arrange fruits and berries in glasses, add mint leaves, and pour Greek yogurt with honey and lime juice over everything.
16. Crab Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockAnother improved reinterpretation of a well-known classic!
You will need: 3 eggs, 1 apple, 150 g corn, 1 cucumber, 200 g crab sticks, 100 g Greek yogurt.
Preparation: Boil eggs and dice all ingredients. Add corn and dress the salad with Greek yogurt to taste.
17. Carrot, Cottage Cheese, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockA handful of chopped nuts would also be quite appropriate.
You will need: 1 carrot, 100 g cottage cheese, 2 tbsp raisins, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tsp honey.
Preparation: Soak raisins in hot water for 10 minutes and pat dry. Grate the carrot, mix everything with cottage cheese, and dress the salad with yogurt and honey.
18. Cabbage, Grape, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockEven the simplest cabbage salad can be made completely differently!
You will need: 1/4 head cabbage, 1 carrot, 1 apple, 1 cup grapes, 200 g Greek yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Thinly shred the cabbage and mash it with your hands. Grate the carrot on a coarse grater, grate the apple on a fine grater, and add grapes. Separately mix Greek yogurt with spices and pour this dressing over the salad.
19. Shrimp, Avocado, and Greek Yogurt Salad
Source: AdobeStockAn original salad recipe in the style of classic Greek cuisine.
You will need: 500 g peeled shrimp, 100 g cherry tomatoes, 2 bell peppers, 2 avocados, 1 cucumber, 1 bunch lettuce, 100 g Greek yogurt, 1 clove garlic, 3 sprigs cilantro.
Preparation: Boil shrimp according to package instructions. Roughly chop all vegetables and arrange everything on lettuce leaves. Mix Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, garlic, and spices to taste, and pour over the salad.
20. Fruit and Berry Salad with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockAn unusual combination of exotic fruits and familiar berries.
You will need: 300 g pineapple, 500 g strawberries, 200 g green grapes, 1 mango, 50 g raspberries, 200 g Greek yogurt, 0.5 tbsp honey and brown sugar each.
Preparation: Peel pineapple and mango, and dice them. Slice strawberries into wedges and mix all ingredients together. Mix Greek yogurt with sugar and honey, and dress the salad.