Best 2 Kittencals Famous Greek Salad Recipes

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Kittencals' famous Greek salad. This classic dish combines fresh, crisp vegetables with tangy feta cheese, savory olives, and a zesty dressing that creates a symphony of flavors. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, Kittencals' Greek salad is sure to delight your taste buds.

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KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS GREEK SALAD

Kittencal's Famous Greek Salad image

Be prepared for the best Greek salad on the planet! --- plan ahead the dressing needs at least 2 or more hours to blend the flavors, I sometimes add in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese to the dressing for a more cheesy dressing, all amounts may be adjusted to taste ---- to marinade the salad allow to sit at room temperature before serving, see bottom of instructions --- you will find this and many more of my recipes posted here http://kittencalskitchen.com/2009/04/13/kittens-famous-greek-salad/ ---also see my recipe #359292

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Greek

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil (can reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 extra large lemon, juice of (can use 2 lemons ( make certain that the lemon is at room temperature before squeezing)
2 -4 teaspoons dried oregano (start with 2 teaspoons)
3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves)
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 large romaine lettuce, chopped (or use 2 small)
2 -3 plum tomatoes, cut in wedges (use Roma tomatoes)
1 English cucumber (peeled, seeded and chopped)
1 red onion, cut in slices
1 green bell pepper (seeded and cut into rings or sliced) (optional)
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled (or to taste)
1 cup kalamata olive

Steps:

For the dressing; in a processor or use a wire whisk process/whisk the olive oil with lemon juice, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, garlic, dried, basil, red wine vinegar, salt and sugar until smooth (add in more oregano and lemon juice if needed).
Season with black pepper.
Chill in fridge for a couple of hours before using to blend flavors.
Place the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over; toss to combine.
If desired allow the salad to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving, or you can refrigerate for 1 hour (tossing a few time during sitting time).

KITTENCAL'S GREEK GARDEN SALAD WITH GREEK-STYLE DRESSING

Kittencal's Greek Garden Salad With Greek-Style Dressing image

All amounts may be adjusted to taste, the dressing amounts will yield just slightly over 1 cup and I strongly suggest to make the dressing in advance even better 24 hours ahead --- serve the salad with crusty bread on the side --- the dressing from my recipe#66596 also works well with this salad

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 cup olive oil (can use 1/2 cup each olive oil and vegetable oil)
2 -3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
3 teaspoons dried oregano
3 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 -2 teaspoon sugar
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 large plum tomatoes, chopped
1 small cucumber, coarsley chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 red onion, sliced (or use 1 green onion, chopped)
1/2-3/4 cup kalamata olive (or similar marinated olives)
Greek salad dressing (to taste)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
salt (to taste)

Steps:

For the dressing in a bowl combine all ingredients.
Cover and chill until ready to use.
In a large bowl combine tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, feta cheese, onion and black olives.
At this point you may chill, before serving add in salad dressing, then season with black pepper and salt.

Tips:

Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The key to a great Greek salad is using fresh, ripe ingredients. This means using tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions at their peak of flavor. Look for tomatoes that are firm and have a deep red color, cucumbers that are crisp and have a bright green color, and onions that are firm and have a white or yellow color.
Cut the Vegetables Evenly: Cutting the vegetables evenly will help them to cook evenly and will also make the salad more visually appealing. Aim to cut the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions into 1-inch cubes.
Use a Good Quality Olive Oil: Olive oil is an important part of Greek salad, so it's important to use a good quality oil. Look for an extra-virgin olive oil that has a fruity, peppery taste.
Don't Overdress the Salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way in a Greek salad. Too much dressing can overwhelm the flavors of the vegetables. Aim to use about 1/4 cup of dressing for a salad that serves 4-6 people.
Let the Salad Marinate: Letting the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving will allow the flavors to meld together and develop. You can also marinate the salad for longer, up to overnight.

Conclusion:

Greek salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your salad with a lot of feta cheese or a light dressing, there's a Greek salad recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give Greek salad a try. You won't be disappointed!