How to Make Dana's Greek Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Greek salad is a classic Mediterranean dish that is not only delicious, but also healthy and refreshing. It's a perfect accompaniment to any meal, and makes a great light lunch or dinner on its own. The combination of crisp vegetables, tangy olives, creamy feta cheese, and zesty dressing creates a burst of flavor in every bite.

This particular recipe for Dana's Greek Salad is a family favorite, passed down from generations. It's a simple and easy dish to put together, with a focus on ...

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Ingredients

  • 6 romaine lettuce leaves, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 sprigs purslane, leaves and stems chopped
  • 1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • ½ onion, sliced
  • 3 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 16 pitted Spanish black olives
  • ½ cup cubed low-salt feta cheese
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Layer lettuce, purslane, cucumber, onion, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese, in that order, on a flat serving plate.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad before serving.
  • Nutrition

    241 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 1468mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 116mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 398mg