Greek Salad with Feta Cheese (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad Base
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250 g romaine lettuce, chopped
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200 g tomatoes, cut into wedges or diced
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150 g English cucumber, thinly sliced
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60 g red onion, thinly sliced
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80 g green bell pepper, thinly sliced
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80 g kalamata olives, whole or halved
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100 g feta cheese, crumbled
→ Dressing
08 -
45 ml extra virgin olive oil
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10 ml red wine vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Place chopped romaine lettuce into a large mixing bowl.
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Top lettuce with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green bell pepper.
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Scatter kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the vegetables.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
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Serve immediately after adding the dressing for optimal crispness.
# Helpful Notes:
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For peak freshness, add the dressing just before serving to prevent soggy lettuce.
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Use the highest quality olive oil available for the best dressing flavor.
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For a customizable salad bar, offer ingredients in separate bowls to let guests build their own.
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If preparing ahead, store salad and dressing separately, combining only at service.