The Best Greek Side Dishes

Greek food always has a place no matter what you are cooking. Bring on the flavours of Greece this summer and all year round with this delicious, simple selection of Greek side dishes that go with any main course. You know I like to keep things simple and this collection stays true to that from the fresh salads, to the dips and appetizers, orzo and grain salads and hearty sides. I love traditional flavors but I also love my little Greek inspired riffs on other classics like Cowboy Caviar and Green Goddess because good flavors cross every border.

This collection is my go-to guide for Greek side dishes — over 20 recipes that cover everything from classic salads like Horiatiki to creamy dips, hearty orzo salads, and a few Greek-inspired riffs that have become some of my absolute favorites. Whether you’re building a full mezze spread, looking for the perfect side to go alongside grilled chicken souvlaki or burgers, or just want something fresh and Mediterranean for the table, you’ll find it here. You will see how easy Greek Food is to make with simple ingredients, and just how much you will fall in love with all the simple yet delicious flavours.

Section 1 — Fresh & Classic Greek Salads

Greek salads are all about simplicity — the best ingredients, barely dressed, letting the fresh veggies and produce stand out and do all the work. What makes a great Greek salads always: good olive oil, fresh lemon, quality feta and of course fresh vegetables. The star of the show is the classic horiatiki salad but we go beyond that showcasing more veggies.

• Horiatiki Salad
• Greek Lettuce Salad
• Greek Cucumber Salad
• Greek Green Bean Salad
• Greek Green Goddess Salad
• Watermelon Feta Salad
  
  

Section 2 — Dips, Spreads & Appetizers

No Greek spread is complete without a table full of dips. They make a great appetizer or μεζεδάκι, plural: mezethakia perfect for setting out while the grill heats up — before the mains arrive. Great with with warm pita or fresh cut vegetables. I always like to make 2–3 for a proper spread and they are just perfect because they are great to make ahead.

• Greek Style Loaded Hummus
• Greek Green Goddess Dip
• Greek Feta Cheese Dip
• Greek Eggplant Dip (Melitzanosalata)
• Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip
  
  

Section 3 — Pasta, Orzo Salads & Grains

These are the make-ahead heroes of any Greek-inspired cookout — substantial enough to anchor a plate but light enough to sit alongside everything else. Orzo is the perfect pasta for Greek flavors: it absorbs dressings beautifully and holds up well in the fridge overnight. We also included some very staple greek rice dishes that go with pretty much everything like Spanakorizo a traditional Greek spinach and rice dish, herby, lemony and absolutely addictive. It’s a hidden gem in this list.

• Greek Artichoke Orzo Pasta Salad
• Greek Style Grilled Shrimp Orzo Pasta Salad
• Easy Greek Pasta Salad
• Greek Quinoa Salad
• Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)
  
  

Section 4 — Potato, Bean & Hearty Sides

The heartier side of the Greek table — these are the dishes that round out the spread and keep everyone satisfied. A note that Greek-style Potato Salad swaps the usual mayo for olive oil and lemon, making it lighter and brighter than the classic.

• Greek-Style Potato Salad
• Greek Tuna Salad
• Greek Style Cowboy Caviar
• Gigantes (Greek Giant Beans)
• Greek Potatoes (lemonates patates)
• Beetroot Salad With Greek Yogurt (Patzarosalata)
• Easy Greek Rice
  
  

I hope you enjoy this selection - make sure to save this post as your Greek entertaining guide for the summer and beyond. Which recipe are you making first? Are you a Horiatiki purist or do you love a good Greek-nspired riff? Let me know.