Great Greek salad
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- Prep Time10 mins
- Total Time10 mins
- Makes6 to 8 servings
Andreas Trauttmansdorff
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp anchovy paste, optional
1 tsp dried oregano leaves
510-g pkg romaine hearts, or 1 large head romaine lettuce
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 small English cucumber
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup kalamata olives
1/2 cup shredded fresh mint
250 g feta
Instructions
For dressing, in a medium-size bowl, whisk oil with vinegar, 2 garlic cloves, anchovy paste and oregano until evenly mixed. Taste and add remaining garlic clove, if you wish.
Tear romaine into bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl with onion. Slice cucumber in half lengthwise, then thinly slice. Cut tomatoes in half. Pit olives and slice in half. Add cucumber, tomatoes, olives and mint to romaine. Stir dressing, then pour three-quarters overtop and toss to evenly mix. Taste and add remaining dressing, if needed. Crumble cheese overtop. Add Toasted Pita Crisps for a flavourful crunch.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 197, Protein 6.1g, Carbohydrates 7.6g, Fat 16.7g, Fibre 2.3g, Sodium 338mg.
A handful of fresh mint perks up this traditional salad loaded with lots of tomatoes, cucumber and tangy feta. Tote it to your next potluck - it's good for feeding a crowd.
Fantastic Feta
All feta is not created equal. There are many kinds, each with different flavours and textures. Look for these at the grocery store and cheese shop.
* Canadian Usually made from pasteurized cow's milk. It has a firm texture and mild flavour. Canadian goat feta is creamier and has more flavour.
* Greek Traditionally made from sheep's milk, which produces a stronger and creamier flavour. It's sometimes mixed with goat's milk.
* Bulgarian Less salty than traditional Greek feta, but still very creamy in both taste and texture.
* Macedonian Soft, creamy texture and mild, salty flavour.