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Mediterranean Greek Salad

A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Greek Salad packed with crisp veggies, tangy dressing, and delightful flavors perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce Use fresh and crisp romaine lettuce.
  • 1 large tomato, cut into wedges Use the ripest tomatoes available.
  • 1 medium English cucumber, sliced Feel free to swap cucumber for bell peppers.
  • 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, cubed Opt for high-quality feta.
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives Can be omitted for those who dislike olives.
  • 1/4 cup banana pepper rings
  • 1 tablespoon capers, drained
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Use fresh parsley for best flavor.
Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Cut your tomato into wedges.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, place the chopped romaine as your base.
  2. Artfully arrange the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta, olives, banana peppers, capers, and parsley on top.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, dill, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Just before serving, pour the vinaigrette over the salad. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate until ready to serve for maximum freshness. Fresh ingredients make a big difference; taste as you go and adjust seasonings based on preference.

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