Best 5 Minty Greek Salad Recipes
Enjoy the refreshing flavors of Greece with this delicious minty Greek salad recipe. This classic Mediterranean dish is a delightful combination of crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and aromatic herbs. The vibrant colors and textures of this salad make it a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. With its abundance of fresh ingredients and zesty dressing, this minty Greek salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
GREEK SALAD
Some of my favorite recipes are those that rely on the little things. Take this version of Greek salad. First, you choose your ingredients carefully-for instance, ripe tomatoes (taut-skinned and unblemished), of course, but also perfect cucumbers (sweet, crisp ones with character; none that are watery or full of big old seeds). Then, have a bit of fun cutting them: using a very sharp knife (this will spare you mushy, ragged-edged tomatoes), cut them into different shapes of similar size, some with sharp angles. These and a few other small details-briefly chilling the tomatoes and cucumbers and quick-pickling the onions-turn a familiar collection of ingredients into a really special salad.
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 to 6 as a side
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the cucumbers and tomatoes in separate bowls and pop them in the fridge just until they're cold, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the onions to a small bowl. Add the vinegar, 2 tablespoons of the oil, and a healthy pinch of salt, and mix well with your hands. Let the onions sit just until they get pickly, a few minutes.
- In a separate small bowl, stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, the lemon juice, and a good pinch of salt until the mixture looks creamy. Combine the tomatoes and cucumber in one bowl, pour in the lemon dressing, and toss gently but well.
- Grab a large platter (or 4 to 6 plates) and make a pretty layer of cucumbers and tomatoes, so the colors and types of the vegetables are well divvied up. Give the onions one more toss, then use your hands to add them (reserving their pickly liquid) here and there over the cucumbers and tomatoes. Scatter on the olives and mint. Use your hands to crumble the feta into pieces large, medium, and small as you scatter it on top. Finally, drizzle on the liquid remaining in the onion bowl. Eat straightaway.
- Photo by David Loftus
GREEK SALAD
This salad is my mother's favorite. She usually serves it with one of her rice dishes. The fresh mint leaves add great flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, tomato, onion, feta cheese and olives., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
MINTY GREEN BEAN SALAD
Unusual Italian green bean salad. Garlic and mint together - what a combo! My secret vinaigrette recipe too!
Provided by CELANE47
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water and sugar to a boil, and cook the green beans 10 minutes, or until tender but crisp; drain.
- Transfer green beans to a medium bowl, and mix with garlic, onion, and mint.
- In a small container with a lid, mix olive oil, cider vinegar, garlic, basil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake until well blended. Toss into the green bean mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 8.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
GREEK SALAD WITH MINT
Make and share this Greek Salad With Mint recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Studentchef
Categories Greens
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together olives, olive oil, vinegar, garlic and ground pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients, and toss well.
LAYERED GREEK SALAD WITH CREAMY MINT DRESSING
Best to use homegrown tomatoes when in season. I prefer goat's milk feta, but cow's milk feta will be ok, too.
Provided by Parsley
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place all dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor and mix until smooth. Chill.
- On a large platter, or individual salad plates, layer tomato slices, onion slices, cucumber slices and olive slices.
- Sprinkle with the coarse ground black pepper.
- Drizzle with the chilled dressing.
- Garnish with extra crumbled feta and mint leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 545.5, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 4.9
Tips:
- Choose the freshest ingredients possible, especially the tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Use a variety of olives, such as Kalamata, Niçoise, and Castelvetrano, for a more complex flavor.
- If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute another brined cheese, such as goat cheese or halloumi.
- Use a good quality olive oil and red wine vinegar for the dressing.
- Season the salad generously with salt and pepper.
- Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving, so the flavors can meld.
Conclusion:
Minty Greek salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like your salad with lots of vegetables or with a generous helping of cheese, this salad is sure to please.
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