Roasted Greek Salad (Printable version)

Warm Mediterranean vegetables with olives, feta, and tangy lemon dressing

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables for Roasting

01 - 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
04 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
05 - 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad Base

10 - 1 cucumber, sliced into half-moons
11 - 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
12 - 7 oz feta cheese, cut into cubes or crumbled
13 - 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

→ Lemon-Oregano Dressing

14 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
15 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
18 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
05 - Arrange cucumber slices on a large platter or in a salad bowl as the foundation.
06 - Add roasted vegetables on top of the cucumber. Scatter olives and feta cheese evenly over the vegetables.
07 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and garnish with chopped parsley. Toss gently to combine and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • The roasted vegetables develop a sweetness that balances perfectly with tangy feta and briny olives
  • It works equally well as a light dinner or impressive side dish for guests
  • You can prep everything ahead and just roast when ready to eat
02 -
  • Dont crowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roast
  • The salad is best served warm but still delicious at room temperature
  • Wait to add the dressing until just before serving so the cucumbers stay crisp
03 -
  • Use a good quality feta from a block rather than pre-crumbled for superior texture
  • Taste your roasted vegetables before assembling and adjust salt if needed
  • Add capers or sun-dried tomatoes if you want an extra briny kick
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