Description
Ina Garten’s Greek salad dressing elevates classic Mediterranean flavors with zesty herbs and tangy olive oil. Cooks can quickly whisk together this simple yet sophisticated dressing that brings Greek island charm to any salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (120 milliliters / ½ cup) olive oil
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters / ¼ cup) red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Prepare Vinaigrette Base: Mince fresh garlic and combine with dried oregano, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Emulsify Dressing: Slowly pour extra-virgin olive oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously to create a smooth, well-integrated vinaigrette with a glossy consistency.
- Compose Salad: Layer chopped cucumber, sliced red onion, ripe tomatoes, and green bell peppers in a large serving bowl.
- Dress and Garnish: Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the vegetable ensemble, then artfully scatter crumbled feta cheese and halved Kalamata olives across the surface.
- Finish and Rest: Gently toss the ingredients to ensure even coating, then let the salad rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and intensify before serving.
Notes
- Whisk with Purpose: Continuous whisking while adding olive oil creates a smooth, stable emulsion that prevents separation and ensures even flavor distribution.
- Salt Matters: Use kosher salt for better texture and flavor absorption compared to regular table salt, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dressing.
- Rest and Marinate: Letting the salad sit for 5-10 minutes allows ingredients to mingle, intensifying the Greek-inspired flavors and improving the overall taste experience.
- Olive Oil Quality: Choose a high-quality extra-virgin olive oil to elevate the dressing’s richness and provide authentic Mediterranean flavor nuances.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg