Name: Sample Recipe Title
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 eggs, 100g chocolate, 1 cup flour

Maroulosalata is the best Greek Lettuce Salad you will make this summer time! Simple, contemporary with basic Mediterranean flavors you like. The excellent facet dish to take pleasure in with bbq meats or seafood, or take pleasure in by itself with a crusty piece of bread. This will develop into your go-to summer time Greek salad!

Maroulosalata comes from the Greek phrase “marouli” that means lettuce, and “salad” that means salad. Sounds just like the grandpa in My Big Fat Greek Wedding! 🤣 Literally it means Lettuce Salad in Greek.

Why You’ll Love Maroulosalata

Fresh and Light – a wholesome salad that is straightforward to make, Romaine is low calorie, EVOO is wholesome, what’s to not love?
Simple Ingredients – you most likely have these elements in your fridge and pantry, nothing fancy, able to make on the drop of a hat
Versatile – take pleasure in as a facet dish or a part of a foremost salad served with proteins
Different Greek Salad – I’ve had this for the primary time in Greece, and it isn’t the standard salad you are considering of! This one is genuine, referred to as Psilokomeni in Greek, tasty and price range pleasant too!
Recipe Video – watch alongside to see how straightforward it’s to make

Ingredients

Romaine Lettuce Hearts
Spring Onions – or Scallions
Fresh Dill
Fresh Parsley
Greek Feta Cheese – have to be Greek not Danish
Dressing – Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Garlic Clove, Salt and Pepper

Equipment You’ll Need

Salad Spinner
Large Mixing Bowl
Glass Jar with Lid – or whisk and small bowl
Cutting Board and Knife
Garlic Press

How to make maroulosalata

Prepare Lettuce – wash and dry Romaine Lettuce. Best to spin in a Salad Spinner to make sure it is dry. Stack leaves and thinly slice into ribbons – about ¼” thick.
Chop Greens – Thinly slice Green Onions, Dill and Parsley.
Make Dressing – in a small jar with lid, pour Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Salt and Pepper. Vigorously shake the jar to combine togther.
Assemble Salad – in a big bowl, mix sliced Romaine Lettuce, Green Onions, Dill and Parsley. Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss.
Add Feta – sprinkle crumbled Greek Feta over the salad. (can toss by or go away on prime)
Serve – regulate seasoning or Lemon Juice if wanted. Serve Immediately as a facet dish or alongside Chicken Souvlaki or Grilled Shrimp.

Maroulosolata Variations

Protein Boost – my favourite solution to serve – take pleasure in with Chicken Souvlaki Skewers, Grilled Shrimp or Grilled Fishor add Chickpeas if Vegetarian
Cucumber Maroulosalata – add one small cucumber for additional crunch or taste. Persian Cucumbers are nice as a result of they’ve much less seeds
Minty Maroulosalata – add 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped Mint for a wealthy herby taste
Creamy Dressing – add 1 tablespoon of Greek Yogurt for additional tang and creaminess within the salad
Radish Kick – thinly slice 3 radishes for peppery taste and depth
Black Olives – not conventional, however who would not love some Kalamata Olives tossed by a salad?

Recipe Tips and FAQs

Swap Lettuce – to substitute Romaine, strive Butter Lettuce, Cos Lettuce (which is what they name Romaine in Australia) or Baby Gem Lettuce to get the identical crunch
Dry Greens Throughly – finest to make use of a Salad Spinner, even the washed Herbs. Excess water will make the salad soggy.
Dress Just Before Serving – Toss, Mix and Serve instantly. You need the salad to be crispy and never soggy.
Use Real Greek Feta – for genuine taste, Greek Feta is made with Sheep’s Milk and has tang and chew, in comparison with Cow’s Milk Feta. Danish Feta is just too creamy and would not crumble.
Don’t Overdress – shake and pour ½ or ¾ of the salad dressing over the salad. Adjust extra as wanted.

Can I Make Maroulosalata Ahead of Time?

Yes. Prepare all of the elements, toss the salad in a bowl, however ONLY gown it with salad dressing when able to serve. Cover with cling movie and maintain in fridge till prepared.

How Long Does Maroulosalata Last?

It’s meant to be loved instantly when served. If you may have leftovers, place in hermetic container and luxuriate in inside someday.

Can I Use Dried Herbs Instead of Fresh?

This is supposed to be a contemporary summer time salad, with contemporary herbs. However, when you have none, substitute with 1 tablespoon of dried dill, rehydrated within the salad dressing.

Greek Recipes You’ll Love

Greek Lettuce Salad is among the easiest and tastiest salads you will make this summer time. Frangrant Dill, Tangy Feta, Crunch Lettuce, this salad is bound to impress your friends or household. So get chopping to benefit from the vibrant flavors of Greece, with a useful video to information you. Bon Appetit! Приятного аппетита!

Maroulosalata (Greek Lettuce Salad)

Maroulosalata, a vibrant Greek Lettuce Salad, combining crisp Romaine Lettuce, contemporary Dill, and tangy Feta for a refreshing dish. Toss with a zesty lemon-olive oil and garlic dressing. Perfect as a facet dish or gentle meal with grilled hen or seafood, it’s prepared in minutes.