Description
Elevate your salads with this quick and easy Greek Salad Dressing Recipe that brings vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your meals. In just 5 minutes, you can create a zesty vinaigrette that perfectly complements not only classic Greek salads but also serves as a delicious marinade for grilled meats and roasted vegetables. With its bright lemony taste, rich olive oil, and aromatic herbs, this dressing is versatile enough for any occasion. Whether you’re preparing a casual lunch or an elaborate dinner, this homemade vinaigrette will enhance every dish it touches. Enjoy the authentic taste of the Mediterranean right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon (about ¼ cup juice)
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- In a pint jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, and minced garlic.
- Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously until the dressing is fully emulsified.
- If desired, add crumbled feta cheese and shake again to incorporate.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg