Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe

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Salads are a great way to get your daily dose of veggies, and this Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe is no exception! This salad is packed with delicious veggies and fresh ingredients and then topped with a flavorful homemade dressing that will make you feel like you’re eating at Panera. So ditch the takeout and make this salad instead – you won’t regret it!

If you love Mediterranean flavors then you also might like this Greek Style Cauliflower Rice Salad.

Close view of copycat Panera Greek salad recipe in a mixing bowl ready to eat.

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

If you’re like me, you love the Mediterranean flavors of Panera’s Greek Salad. I think this is one of my favorite salads because of the tangy feta cheese and the oil dressing. The problem is, it’s a bit pricey to eat there all the time. Not to worry though! You can make your own at home for a fraction of the price. Plus, it has plenty of healthy ingredients. So go ahead and give this easy recipe a try! I promise you won’t be disappointed.

This Copycat Panera Greek Salad is the perfect summer salad!
It’s packed with delicious ingredients like cucumber, tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives, and it’s tossed in a light and refreshing homemade Greek dressing.
This salad is so easy to make and it’s always a hit!

Top view of Greek salad in a white serving bowl before tossing.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

You only need a few kitchen tools to help you make this recipe. So, gather these tools and get ready to make a tasty salad for lunch or dinner. Your entire family is going to love this easy salad that is bursting with crunchy veggies.

small bowl
large bowl
whisk
measuring spoons and cups
knife and cutting board

INGREDIENTS

You only need a few ingredients to make this fresh salad recipe. The key to a great Greek salad is in the Panera Bread Greek Salad dressing. I like to use a simple mixture of red wine vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and a few other seasonings. Your entire family is going to love this simple salad recipe.

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

red wine vinegar
olive oil
dried oregano
dried basil
ground mustard powder or prepared dijon mustard
garlic, minced
salt
black pepper

FOR THE SALAD

head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise if large size
small red onion or purple onions, thinly sliced
pitted kalamata olives – don’t get the kalmata with seeds. No one wants a trip to the dentist!
crumbled feta cheese
whole pepperoncini peppers

HOW TO MAKE THIS COPYCAT PANERA GREEK SALAD RECIPE

Making this salad is so easy. Just follow these simple steps and you will have a Panera Bread Copycat Greek Salad in no time at all. And, the best part is that you don’t even have to leave your house to get it.

STEP 1: MAKE THE DRESSING

In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the dressing. Set aside.

Ingredients to make Greek salad dressing in a clear mixing bowl.

STEP 2: PREPARE THE SALAD

In a large bowl, toss together ingredients for the salad. You can save the pepperoncini peppers to garnish or add a few before tossing the salad.

Salad prepared before tossing in a white serving bowl.

STEP 3: TOP WITH DRESSING

Toss salad with the desired amount of dressing.

STEP 4: GARNISH AND SERVE

Garnish with pepperoncini peppers before serving.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH PANERA GREEK SALAD

This salad is delicious on its own, but if you’re looking for something to serve with it, here are a few ideas.

Homemade Greek salad with dressing in a white serving bowl.

SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS

If you’re looking to make this salad your own, here are a few ideas.

chicken, shrimp, or steak
avocado
capers
diced cucumber
lemon juice or lemon juice concentrate
croutons
apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
dehydrated tarragon
head of iceberg lettuce or any kind of lettuce you prefer
red grape tomatoes

HOW TO STORE

If you have any lettuce and crunchy vegetables leftover, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to dress the salad right before serving. If you are storing your salad in a plastic bag, I recommend making sure that you add a paper towel to absorb any liquid in the bag.

The Copycat Panera greek dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to one week in an airtight container. Give it a good shake before dressing the salad.

Greek salad in a white serving dish ready to eat.

FAQS

Do you have questions about this simple greek salad recipe? here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Is Greek salad from Panera healthy?

This salad is packed with fresh vegetables and a light dressing, so it is a healthy option. If you are looking for an even healthier version, you could omit the feta cheese or use a vegan variety.

What is the lowest calorie salad at Panera?

The seasonal greens salad is the lowest-calorie salad at Panera.

How many calories does a Panera’s Greek salad have?

The Panera Greek salad has 400 calories.

OTHER DELICIOUS AND HEALTHY SALAD RECIPES YOU MAY ENJOY

Panera Greek Salad Recipe (Copycat)

Copycat Panera Greek salad recipe with a handful of vegetables and a delicious fresh Greek salad dressing.

4.19 from 11 votes

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Greek salad, Greek Salad Recipe, Panera Greek salad recipe

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: Servings

Calories: 308kcal

Author: Sandra Shaffer

Ingredients

GREEK SALAD DRESSING
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon ground mustard powder
2 garlic cloves minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
GREEK SALAD
1 large head romaine lettuce diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced lengthwise
1/2 small onion sliced
1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted
1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
6 Pepperoncini peppers whole

Instructions

Clean salad, dry and chop into bite size pieces.
Slice onion and tomatoes in half.
Greek Salad Dressing
In a small mixing bowl add red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, basil, garlic, salt & pepper.
Whisk together until all ingredients are incorporated. Place in a jar with a lid until ready to use.
Greek Salad
In a large salad bowl add salad and all the ingredients, except the dressing.
Gently toss the ingredients together with salad tongs.
Shake or whisk salad dressing, and pour desired amount over the prepared salad.
Garnish with pepperoncini peppers before serving.

Notes

Salad dressing recipe will make 3/4 cup of dressing.

Prepared Dijon mustard can be used in place of the mustard powder.

Add more pepperoncini peppers if desired.

Nutrition

Disclaimer

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