Maroulosalata Lettuce Salad
Brighten up your table with Maroulosalata, a classic Greek lettuce salad that celebrates fresh, vibrant flavors with minimal effort! This recipe combines finely shredded romaine lettuce, aromatic green onions, and a medley of fresh herbs like dill and mint for a burst of irresistible freshness. Tossed in a simple yet zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of seasoning, this quick-to-prepare salad is the epitome of Mediterranean simplicity. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect as a light side dish or appetizer, Maroulosalata is your go-to for healthy, refreshing, and flavor-packed dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 3 stalks Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Dill, fresh
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
1. Carefully wash and dry the romaine lettuce, green onions, dill, and mint leaves. Use a salad spinner or kitchen towel to remove excess water.
2. Chop the romaine lettuce into thin shreds, similar to coleslaw. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
3. Slice the green onions thinly, including the white and green parts, and add to the bowl with the shredded lettuce.
4. Finely chop the fresh dill and mint leaves, then sprinkle them over the greens in the salad bowl.
5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens and herbs are evenly coated.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
8. Serve immediately as a light and refreshing side dish or appetizer. Best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1358 mg | 29% | |
*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.
