Maroulosalata (Greek Lettuce Salad)
This authentic maroulosalata recipe is a fresh and crunchy Greek lettuce salad made with romaine, cucumber, fresh herbs, and a simple olive oil dressing. It’s a quick Mediterranean side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, and Greek dinner recipes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 large romaine hearts thinly sliced
- 1 English cucumber diced
- 6 green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh dill
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese optional
For the Dressing
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce well, then thinly slice it and place it in a large salad bowl. Add the cucumber, green onions, dill, parsley, and feta cheese (if using).
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately while crisp and fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 518mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5802IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg
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