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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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
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
2. Chop the romaine lettuce into thin shreds, similar to coleslaw. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
Step 3
3. Slice the green onions thinly, including the white and green parts, and add to the bowl with the shredded lettuce.
Step 4
4. Finely chop the fresh dill and mint leaves, then sprinkle them over the greens in the salad bowl.
Step 5
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.
Step 6
6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens and herbs are evenly coated.
Step 7
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately as a light and refreshing side dish or appetizer. Best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (728.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 474.9 |
| Total Fat 43.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1357.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.6g | |
| Protein 9.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 263.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1357.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories