KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS GREEK SALAD

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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

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).

Nabiyu Mohammed Yussif
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a hot summer day.


Nsamba Emmanuel
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad, but it's also good year-round.


Iron Fist
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have it on hand in the summer.


Baluch Warna
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Hamza sunny Ali
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Farah Ch
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad, but it's also good year-round.


Gloria Boakye
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have it on hand in the summer.


Aleena
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta are all so fresh and flavorful.


mazhar bangash
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a hot summer day.


Spiker Abram
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great summer salad, but it's also good year-round.


tige elias
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients, and it's also low in calories.


Mani Mani 24
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp.


Ninam Hang
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have it on hand in the summer.


Malik Tamoor
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I'm not usually a fan of Greek salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the vegetables are all fresh and flavorful.


lubanga
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This is the best Greek salad I've ever had. The tomatoes are perfectly ripe, the cucumbers are crisp, and the feta is creamy and tangy.


Sarah Anulumadu
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe.


Freesow
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This salad is amazing! It's so fresh and flavorful, and the dressing is to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


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