Maroulosalata (Greek Green Lettuce Salad)
The Greeks recognized the connection between food and health, believing in the healing properties of certain foods like herbs and spices to impart both flavour and medicinal purposes into their food.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil (use Greek if you can)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- salt and pepper
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, sliced, or torn
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 Persian cucumbers, sliced thin
- 1/3 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, add olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Add the remaining ingredients and toss until well dressed. Best served within a couple hours of making.