Grecian Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the tangy, zesty flavors of Grecian Salad Dressing, a Mediterranean-inspired blend that’s as versatile as it is delicious. This quick and easy homemade dressing combines the richness of extra-virgin olive oil with the bright citrus notes of fresh lemon juice and the subtle tang of red wine vinegar. A touch of Dijon mustard and honey adds depth, while aromatic dried oregano and freshly minced garlic deliver classic Greek flavor. For an extra creamy twist, stir in crumbled feta cheese. Perfectly balanced and ready in just 10 minutes, this dressing pairs beautifully with crisp greens, roasted vegetables, or grain salads. With its fresh ingredients and authentic taste, it’s a pantry staple that will transport your dishes straight to the Mediterranean.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl or a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar.
Add the Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the container.
If using, stir or shake in the crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of creaminess and flavor.
Whisk the ingredients together in the bowl or shake vigorously in the jar until the mixture is emulsified and well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
For a thinner consistency, stir in 1 tablespoon of water at a time until the desired texture is achieved.
Serve immediately over a fresh salad or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Shake or stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 127.3 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1638 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 142 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
