Greek Isles Salad Recipes

TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Cut the red onion in half and thinly slice into half moons. (If you want to take the edge off, place the sliced onions in a solution of iced water and vinegar for a bit before adding to the salad. I do this in the video).
• Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks (I sliced some into rounds and cut the rest in wedges).
• Cut the partially peeled cucumber in half length-wise, then slice into thick halves (at least 1/2" in thickness)
• Thinly slice the bell pepper into rings.
• Place everything in a large salad dish. Add a good handful of pitted kalamata olives.
• Season very lightly with kosher salt (just a pinch) and a bit of dried oregano.
• Pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar all over the salad. Give everything a very gentle toss to mix (do NOT over mix, this salad is not meant to be handled too much).
• Now add the the feta blocks on top and add a sprinkle more of dried oregano.
• Serve with crusty bread.

GREEK SALAD I

Steps:

• In a large salad bowl, combine the Romaine, onion, olives, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumber and cheese.
• Whisk together the olive oil, oregano, lemon juice and black pepper. Pour dressing over salad, toss and serve.

GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain.
• Place pasta in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

GREEK ISLES PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package; drain. Place in large bowl.
• Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
• Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

GREEK ISLES SALAD

Steps:

• Combine oil, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper in bowl and whisk until well blended. Refrigerate until ready to use -- the longer the better.
• Cook orzo according to package directions.
• Drain and rinse with cold water.
• Pour dressing over pasta and stir gently to coat.
• Add remaining ingredients.
• Refrigerate, covered, until serving time.

GREEK SALAD WITH TO-DIE-FOR PINK DRESSING

Steps:

• Construct salad with desired toppings & toss if desired.
• In a blender or food processor, add all salad dressing ingredients and blend on high until throughly combined and smooth. Chill until ready to serve. Extras can be left in fridge for up to a week.
• Drizzle salad dressing overtop. It's really yummy to dip the pita bread in the dressing, too!

GREEK SALAD DRESSING

Steps:

• In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well.