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Mediterranean Salad Recipe


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Mediterranean Salad is a fresh, vibrant mix of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta, and crunchy croutons, all tossed in a tangy homemade creamy Greek dressing. It’s perfect as a side dish or topped with protein for a full meal.


Ingredients

Romaine lettuce, chopped

Cherry tomatoes, halved

Persian cucumbers (or English cucumber), sliced

Sliced pepperoncini

Red onion, thinly sliced

Pitted Kalamata olives

Feta cheese, crumbled

Garlic herb croutons

Freshly cracked black pepper

Creamy Mediterranean Dressing:

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 tsp dried parsley

1/2 tsp dried dill

1/2 tsp dried basil

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp dried oregano

1/4 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Optional Homemade Croutons:

Day-old sourdough or French bread, cubed

Olive oil

Dried basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, pepper


Instructions

  1. Whisk all dressing ingredients in a bowl. Adjust olive oil for desired consistency. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
  2. In a large bowl, add chopped Romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onion, pepperoncini, and feta cheese.
  3. Just before serving, add garlic herb croutons.
  4. Toss with dressing or serve with dressing on the side to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, steak, or chickpeas for a protein boost.
  • Try other veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or broccoli.
  • Mix in grains like quinoa, orzo, or farro for a hearty salad.
  • Top with capers, sun-dried tomatoes, or artichokes for extra Mediterranean flair.
  • Store dressing and croutons separately for best freshness.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg