Greek Maroulosalata Romaine Herb Salad (Printable)
Crisp romaine lettuce with fresh herbs and bright lemon dressing
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large head romaine lettuce, finely shredded
02 - 4 scallions, thinly sliced
03 - 1 small cucumber, peeled and diced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
11 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
# Steps:
01 - Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly using a salad spinner or kitchen towels. Finely shred the leaves and transfer to a large salad bowl.
02 - Add the sliced scallions, diced cucumber, chopped dill, and mint to the bowl with the lettuce.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top and serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The combination of dill and mint creates this incredible fresh flavor that makes you feel like you're eating something much more complicated than it actually is
- It comes together in literally ten minutes but looks and tastes like something you'd order at a restaurant that takes reservations
02 -
- Water on lettuce will make the dressing slide right off instead of coating it, so dry those leaves thoroughly or accept that your salad will be sad and watery
- The herbs need to be fresh and bright, not wilted or sad at the grocery store, because they're literally the main character of this whole situation
03 -
- Whisk the dressing really well until it looks thick and creamy, not separated and sad
- Taste the dressed salad before you serve it, because sometimes it needs that tiny pinch more salt to wake everything up