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Greek Chopped Salad
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- One Recipe Two Cultures
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- ORTC-0867
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- American Comfort Food
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- Greek
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- 30 min
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Greek Chopped Salad
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Step 1
To make the dressing, add the avocado oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, honey, oregano, basil, kosher salt and pepper to a small blender. Blend until emulsified, then refrigerate.
Step 2
To make the salad, add the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, celery, pepperoncini, red onion, olives, garbanzo beans and feta to a large bowl.
Step 3
Add 4 tablespoons of dressing to the salad, toss, and divide between two chilled bowls (2 tablespoons per salad). Refrigerate the remaining dressing.
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What if the dressing separates?
Blend it again for several seconds.
Why: The oil and vinegar settled while chilled.
Watch for: It should look evenly emulsified.
What if the dressing is too sharp?
Blend in a little more honey or avocado oil.
Why: The vinegar or lemon was strong.
Watch for: Adjust a small amount at a time.
What if the dressing is too sweet?
Blend in a teaspoon of red wine vinegar.
Why: The honey was concentrated.
Watch for: The dressing should taste tangy first.
What if the salad becomes watery?
Drain the liquid and add more dry romaine.
Why: The vegetables or beans were wet.
Watch for: No liquid should pool in the bowl.
What if the romaine wilts before serving?
Chill it uncovered briefly and wait to add more dressing.
Why: It was dressed too early.
Watch for: The leaves should stay crisp.
What if the garlic flavor is too strong?
Let the dressing rest 10 minutes or add more oil.
Why: The garlic clove was large.
Watch for: The garlic should not overpower the herbs.
What if the red onion is too strong?
Rinse the slices under cold water and dry them.
Why: Raw onion can be pungent.
Watch for: The flavor should be crisp but balanced.
What if the feta breaks down into the dressing?
Fold it in gently after tossing the vegetables.
Why: The salad was mixed too aggressively.
Watch for: Keep visible feta pieces.
What if the salad tastes too salty?
Add more undressed romaine and cucumber.
Why: Olives, pepperoncini and feta are all salty.
Watch for: Taste before adding extra salt.
What if the chickpeas taste bland?
Toss them with a spoonful of dressing before adding.
Why: They were not coated evenly.
Watch for: Each bean should be lightly seasoned.
What can I substitute for garbanzo beans?
Use 1 cup drained and rinsed cannellini beans.
Why: They provide similar body with a softer texture.
Watch for: Dry them before adding.
What can I substitute for romaine lettuce?
Use an equal volume of chopped crisp green-leaf lettuce or iceberg lettuce.
Why: It keeps a fresh base but may be slightly softer.
Watch for: Dress immediately before serving.
What can I substitute for feta cheese?
Use ½ cup crumbled goat cheese.
Why: It is creamy and tangy but less briny.
Watch for: Fold it in gently.
What can I substitute for red wine vinegar?
Use ¼ cup white wine vinegar.
Why: It provides comparable acidity with a lighter flavor.
Watch for: Taste before adjusting honey.
What can I substitute for avocado oil?
Use ½ cup mild extra-virgin olive oil.
Why: It emulsifies the same way with a more pronounced flavor.
Watch for: Blend until smooth.
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