Louis Pappas Famous Greek Salad

Discover the timeless allure of Louis Pappas Famous Greek Salad, an iconic dish that seamlessly blends bold Mediterranean flavors with a unique twist. This vibrant salad features crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and a medley of Kalamata olives and pepperoncini peppers, all crowned by creamy cubes of feta cheese. What sets this recipe apart is its delightful addition of a smooth and tangy potato salad base, providing a heartier take on the classic Greek salad. Dressed with a zesty mix of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fragrant dried oregano, this salad is as colorful as it is flavorful. Perfect as a show-stopping centerpiece or a satisfying main dish, this Greek-inspired masterpiece is ready in under an hour and serves four. Taste the tradition and enjoy a dish beloved for its fresh ingredients and unique presentation!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 large Cucumber
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 cup Kalamata olives
• 5 pieces Pepperoncini peppers
• 8 ounces Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Boil the potatoes in a medium pot of water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool, then peel and mash.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a smooth potato salad base. Set aside.

Step 3

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice into half-moons. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and green bell pepper.

Step 5

Add the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and green bell pepper to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 6

Scatter the Kalamata olives and pepperoncini peppers on top of the salad.

Step 7

Cut the feta cheese into cubes and gently place it on top of the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad evenly. Toss gently to combine if desired.

Step 10

On a serving platter, spread the potato salad evenly in the center. Surround the potato salad with the Greek salad mixture.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy the iconic flavors of this classic Greek dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2537.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2658.2

Total Fat 194.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 231.8mg	0%
Sodium 8624.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.1g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 56.4g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 1706.7mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 5189.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 27.5%