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Mediterranean Salad

Delicious Mediterranean Salad with Creamy Greek Dressing

Enjoy a vibrant Mediterranean Salad with Creamy Greek Dressing, bursting with fresh flavors and customizable ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Use one large head or multiple small ones for about 8-10 cups.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Opt for ripe cherry tomatoes.
  • 1 cucumber Cucumber (English or Persian) Persian cucumbers do not require peeling.
  • 1 cup Pepperoncini Available sliced or whole.
  • 1 cup Kalamata Olives Ensure they are pitted and serve halved or whole.
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced for ease of mixing.
  • 1 cup Croutons Use homemade or store-bought garlic-herb croutons.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Opt for blocks of sheep’s milk feta.
For the Greek Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use any fat content.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Can be replaced with more yogurt.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Do not substitute with stronger vinegars.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated.
  • Herbs & Seasonings Include parsley, dill, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Add Parmesan cheese along with herbs and seasonings. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry ingredients. Chop Romaine lettuce, slice cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and thinly slice red onion.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine Romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced pepperoncini, Kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
  4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the chilled dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the salad to serving bowls, topping with extra feta and croutons. Perfect as a standalone meal or a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute any vegetables or proteins. This salad is meal prep-friendly, and ingredients can be prepared in advance.

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