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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe

    Last Updated: Sep 7, 2022 by Seanna Borrows · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · 2 Comments

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    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe - Healthy modern greek salad recipe that tastes just like Panera but with less calories. Make this at home with just a few simple ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad in a big white bowl with fresh pita bread on the side.

    This easy recipe has all the same mediterranean flavors you get in Panera’s greek salad and a tangy greek dressing with hints of garlic that is sure to hit the spot. It's made with crispy romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, red onion slices, and crunchy pepperoncini peppers to top it off.

    Pair this tasty recipe with grilled chicken or steak for an easy weeknight dinner your whole family will love.

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    • Copycat Panera Greek Salad
    • How To Make Panera Greek Salad Dressing
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Tasty Add-Ins
    • Pro Tip
    • Recipe FAQS
    • What To Serve With A Greek Salad
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    • Substitution Suggestion 
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    Copycat Panera Greek Salad

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad individual ingredients arranged on a bed of romaine lettuce.

    Panera Bread Greek Salad Dressing

    • extra virgin olive oil - Use the highest quality olive oil.
    • distilled white vinegar

      Substitution Suggestion - May substitute red wine vinegar or cider vinegar.
    • lemon juice
    • garlic - Approximately 2 garlic cloves.
    • dried oregano
    • dried parsley
    • ground rosemary
    • ground thyme
    • salt
    • ground black pepper

    Panera Greek Salad Ingredients

    • romaine lettuce, chopped
    • grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, sliced
    • Kalamata olives, pitted
    • feta cheese, crumbled
    • red onions, sliced
    • pepperoncini, whole
    • salt
    • ground black pepper

    How To Make Panera Greek Salad Dressing

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Dressing ingredients unshaken in a jar.

    Ingredients Into Jar.  Place all dressing ingredients into an airtight container.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Dressing in a mason jar with the lid on.

    Shake to Combine. Shake vigorously to emulsify.

    Step by Step Instructions

    Undressed Copycat Panera Greek Salad in a bowl.

    All Ingredients Into Bowl. Place clean romaine lettuce in a bowl and top with all the other prepared vegetables.

    Dressing being poured over Copycat Panera Greek Salad.

    Dress The Salad. Gently pour half of the dressing over the top. Reserve the remaining dressing to use on individual servings as desired.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad tossed all together with dressing..

    Toss To Combine. Using tongs, gently toss so that all the leafy greens and vegetables are combined well together and lightly covered in the dressing.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad in a big white bowl with fresh pita bread on the side.

    Serve. The best way to serve this classic greek salad is in cold bowls or plates. Add some of the reserved dressing if more is desired.

    Tasty Add-Ins

    • Cucumbers
    • Green Bell Peppers
    • Crispy Chick Peas
    • Pickled Red Onions
    • Pickled Shallots

    Pro Tip

    For fresh, crisp salad, be sure to dress it just before serving to prevent it from wilting and getting soggy.

    Dressing being poured over Copycat Panera Greek Salad.

    Recipe FAQS

    What is in a traditional Greek Salad?

    Traditional Greek Salads contain Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Kalamata Olives, Feta Cheese, and Red Onions and is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made from red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, salt and pepper.

    Is a Greek Salad healthy?

    Greek Salad is a healthy Mediterranean salad that is high in antioxidants.

    Can I make a Greek Salad ahead of time?

    You can make and store it undressed in the refrigerator up to 3 days ahead of time. Prepare the it and store covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator. Dress the salad just before serving.

    How many calories in a Panera Greek Salad?

    There are 400 calories in a Panera Greek Salad.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad served in a white bowl.

    What To Serve With A Greek Salad

    This Panera Bread Copycat Greek Salad is perfect served as a side dish or as a main meal.

    • Grilled Chicken or Lamb
    • Pita Bread
    • Flat Bread
    • Garlic Breadsticks
    • Baguette
    Copycat Panera Greek Salad individual ingredients arranged on a bed of romaine lettuce with sliced grilled chicken.

    There you have it. Copycat Panera Greek Salad with Homemade Greek Salad Dressing is a great salad to make at home and oh so good! We hope you enjoy our super simple, super tasty recipe. Try it and let us know how you like it. We'd love to hear from you!

    xo ~ Seanna

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    Copycat Panera Greek Salad in a big white bowl with fresh pita bread on the side.

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe

    Copycat Panera Greek Salad Recipe - Healthy salad recipe that tastes just like Panera but with less calories. Make this tasty salad at home with just a few simple ingredients.
    This easy recipe has all the same mediterranean flavors you get in Panera’s greek salad and a tangy homemade dressing with hints of garlic that is sure to hit the spot. It's made with crispy romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, red onion slices, and crunchy pepperoncini peppers to top it off.
    Pair this tasty recipe with grilled chicken or steak for an easy weeknight dinner your whole family will love.
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    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 250kcal

    Equipment

    • salad spinner
    • chefs knife
    • cutting board
    • large salad bowl
    • salad bowls

    Ingredients

    Panera Bread Greek Salad Dressing

    • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
    • ¼ cup vinegar distilled white
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon garlic crushed. Apx. 2 garlic cloves.
    • ¼ teaspoon oregano ground
    • ¼ teaspoon parsley dried
    • ¼ teaspoon rosemary ground
    • ¼ teaspoon thyme ground
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground

    Panera Greek Salad

    • 9 ounces romaine lettuce chopped
    • 1 pint grape tomatoes sliced
    • 5 ounces kalamata olives pitted
    • 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
    • 4 ounces red onions sliced
    • 1 cup pepperoncini whole
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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    Instructions

    Make The Salad Dressing

    • Ingredients Into Jar. Place all salad dressing ingredients into an airtight container.
    • Shake To Combine. Shake vigorously to emulsify.

    Prepare Salad

    • Wash and Chop Vegetables. Thoroughly wash and dry all vegetables. Use a salad spinner to dry the lettuce. Chop into the desired sized pieces.
    • All Ingredients Into Bowl. Place clean romaine lettuce in a salad bowl and top with all the other prepared vegetables.
    • Dress The Salad. Gently pour half of the dressing over the top of the salad. Reserve the remaining salad dressing to use on individual servings as desired.
    • Toss To Combine. Using salad tongs, gently toss the salad so that all the leafy greens and vegetables are combined well together and lightly covered in the salad dressing.
    • Serve. The best way to serve this classic greek salad is in cold salad bowls or plates. Add some of the reserved Greek salad dressing if more is desired.

    Notes

    Substitution Suggestion 

    May substitute red wine vinegar or cider vinegar for distilled white vinegar.

    Tasty Add-Ins

    • Cucumbers
    • Green Bell Peppers
    • Crispy Chick Peas
    • Pickled Onions

    Pro Tip

    For fresh, crisp salad, be sure to dress the it just before serving to prevent it from wilting and getting soggy.

    Make Ahead Tip

    You can make a it and store it undressed in the refrigerator up to 3 days ahead of time. Prepare and store it covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator. Dress the salad just before serving.

    What To Serve With A Greek Salad

    • Grilled Chicken or Lamb
    • Pita Bread
    • Flat Bread
    • Garlic Bread
    • Baguette

    Nutrition

    Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 844mg | Potassium: 341mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4461IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Russ B

      September 07, 2022 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      Love this salad!

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      • Seanna

        September 07, 2022 at 6:40 pm

        So happy to hear! Thank you!!

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