When it comes to the salad game, I’m pretty traditional. Most days, I settle for a classic mixed greens salad with cucumber, tomato and a balsamic vinaigrette of some sort and I never get tired of it.
Every once in a while though, a girl needs to mix things up. So now that Greece is out of the World Cup (yes I know the U.S. is too) I am able to re-introduce international foods into my diet without backhandedly supporting opposing teams. It will however, be a long time before I can look at a Belgium waffle the same way again.
Just kidding. I love waffles.
Anywho, I’ve got a Greek salad recipe for you today. Simple. Classic. Sour. All things that make up a great salad in my opinion. Why I feel the need to tell you it’s in my opinion when it’s written by me on my blog I don’t know. Maybe you like sweet salads? If so that’s cool. You just won’t want to eat this one.
Classic Greek Salad
- 1 bunch Romaine lettuce, rinsed and chopped
- 1/4 C chopped cucumber
- 1/4 C red onion, sliced
- 2 TBL crumbled feta cheese
- 2 TBL chopped pepperocinis
- Handful chopped and pitted kalamata olives
- 1/4 C chopped tomatoes
Add all of the above ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Toss. Set aside.
Greek Salad Dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp spicy brown mustard
- 4 TBL red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- black pepper
- 4 TBL olive oil (I use less but it just depends how you like your dressing)
In a small bowl, whisk garlic, mustard, vinegar and spices together. Add olive oil and whisk until combined.
Dress salad lightly and then add more as needed. Plate and serve.
Enjoy!
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