Description
Layers of crunchy romaine, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber are tossed with salty olives, tangy feta, and a garlicky oregano vinaigrette for a refreshing bite in every forkful.
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and kalamata olives.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to suit your taste preference.
- Substitute fresh oregano for dried if available, using a 1:3 ratio.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness before serving.