Enter the enticing realm of culinary delight as we embark on a journey to explore the delectable flavors of "Dad's Greek Salad." This refreshing and vibrant dish, steeped in the traditions of Mediterranean cuisine, promises to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to sun-soaked shores. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures, and harmonious blend of fresh ingredients, "Dad's Greek Salad" is not just a meal; it's an experience that embodies the essence of simplicity, health, and sheer culinary joy.
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DAD'S GREEK SALAD
The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. -Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place tomatoes, cucumbers and onion in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, salt and pepper and, if desired, oregano until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Top with olives and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
DAKOS (GREEK BREAD SALAD)
Steps:
- Preheat the grill. Brush the bread with oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper. Grill bread on both sides until lightly golden brown. Remove the bread to a platter and let sit at room temperature to get slightly hard.
- Meanwhile, whisk together 1 cup olive oil, lemon juice, and dill in a medium bowl. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Fold the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and feta into the oil mixture and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Spoon the mixture over the bread. Garnish with additional dill and drizzle with chili oil, if desired. Serve immediately.
EASY GREEK SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Add the chopped lettuce, tomato wedges, cucumber chunks, onion slices, halved olives, half the feta and some parsley to a large bowl.
- Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and chopped olives in a bowl or mason jar. Whisk or shake together until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings (I almost always add a little more sugar).
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, then add some salt and pepper. Toss with tongs or clean hands. Just before serving, top with the remaining feta and squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.
GREEK SALAD I
This is an incredibly good Greek salad recipe, nice and tangy and even better in the summer when you use fresh vegetables!
Provided by Meesh
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the Romaine, onion, olives, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumber and cheese.
- Whisk together the olive oil, oregano, lemon juice and black pepper. Pour dressing over salad, toss and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 537.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
GREEK SALAD
Make a fresh and colourful Greek salad in no time. It's great with grilled meats at a barbecue, or on its own as a veggie main
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish
Time 15m
Yield Serves 4 as a side - easily doubled for main course
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 4 large vine tomatoes, cut into wedges, 1 peeled, deseeded and chopped cucumber, ½ a thinly sliced red onion, 16 Kalamata olives, 1 tsp dried oregano, 85g feta cheese chunks and 4 tbsp Greek extra virgin olive oil in a large bowl.
- Lightly season, then serve with crusty bread to mop up all of the juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 2.64 milligram of sodium
LOUIS PAPPAS' FAMOUS GREEK SALAD
This recipe is taken from "The Gasparilla Cookbook" and it combines the wonderful flavors of the greek salad served on top of a delicious potato salad. The finishing touches are peeled and cooked shrimp on top with olives, peppers, and green onions arranged around the salad. Great presentation and well worth the effort. You may omit the watercress and anchovies,as well as, change up the veggies any way you wish.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories Low Protein
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Line a large platter with outside lettuce leaves. Place 3 cups of the potato salad in a mound in the center of the platter. Cover with the remaining lettuce which has been shredded.
- Arrange the watercress on top of this.
- Place the tomato wedges around the outer edge of the salad with a few on the top, and place the cucumber wedges in between the tomatoes, making a solid base of the salad.
- Place the avocado slices around the outside.
- Place crumbled feta on top of the salad, with the green papper slices over all.
- On the very top, place the sliced beets with a shrimp on each beet slice and an anchovy fillet on top of the shrimp.
- The olives, peppers and green onions can be arranged as desired.
- The entire salad is then sprinkled with the vinegar and then with the oil.
- Sprinkle the oregano over all and serve at once. Serve with toasted garlic bread.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Follow the recipes carefully, but don't be afraid to experiment.
- Use the right tools for the job.
- Mise en place (pronounced "meez en plas") is key. This means having all of your ingredients and tools ready before you start cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan.
- Season your food well.
- Don't be afraid to use herbs and spices.
- Let your food rest before serving.
- Enjoy your meal!
Conclusion Greek cuisine is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a meal. With its focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients, Greek food is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, be sure to check out one of the many Greek dishes featured in this article. You won't be disappointed!
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