Description
Crisp Greek maroulosalata dances with zesty dill and tangy feta, bringing Mediterranean freshness to your plate. Crunchy romaine leaves mingle with green onions, creating a simple yet sophisticated salad that transports you straight to a sunny Greek taverna.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 hearts romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
- 115 grams (4 ounces) feta cheese, crumbled
- 4–5 scallions, diced
- 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
Dressing Ingredients:
- 120 milliliters (4 fluid ounces) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large lemon, juice
Seasoning:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse romaine lettuce hearts under cool running water, then slice into delicate, uniform ribbons using a sharp knife. Eliminate excess moisture using a salad spinner to ensure crisp texture.
- Create a vibrant dressing by whisking extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sea salt in a small mixing bowl until the mixture transforms into a silky, harmonious emulsion.
- Transfer the finely sliced lettuce into a spacious serving vessel, then artfully scatter chopped scallions, fragrant dill, and crumbled feta cheese across the surface.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients, using tongs or clean hands to gently fold and coat each component. Delicately massage the greens to enhance flavor penetration and soften the lettuce leaves, creating a luxurious and well-integrated Mediterranean-inspired salad.
Notes
- Washing greens matters hugely for crisp, clean salad texture. Use cold water and spin dry completely to prevent soggy results.
- Consider swapping feta for dairy-free alternatives like nutritional yeast or cashew cheese to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Massage technique helps break down lettuce fibers, making salad more tender and allowing dressing to penetrate deeper into greens.
- For extra protein boost, add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa without disrupting the classic Greek salad flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg