Roasted Greek Salad (Printable Version)

Warm Mediterranean vegetables with crisp cucumber, Kalamata olives, and creamy feta in a tangy lemon-oregano dressing.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Roasted Vegetables

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 Components

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

# How to Make It:

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 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - While vegetables roast, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
05 - Arrange cucumber slices on a large platter or in a salad bowl as the foundation.
06 - Add roasted vegetables on top of cucumbers. Scatter Kalamata olives and feta cheese evenly over the vegetables.
07 - Drizzle dressing over salad, garnish with chopped parsley, toss gently to combine, and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasting process coaxes out natural sweetness from vegetables while keeping that signature Greek salad brightness
  • It serves beautifully warm, room temperature, or cold, making it perfect for make-ahead meals or potlucks
  • One pan does almost all the work, leaving you with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
02 -
  • Dont crowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roast, leaving you with soggy results instead of those caramelized edges
  • Let the roasted vegetables cool for just 5 to 10 minutes before assembling so they are not piping hot but still wonderfully warm
  • The salad can sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours without compromising texture or flavor
03 -
  • Pat your eggplant cubes dry with paper towels before roasting to prevent them from absorbing too much oil
  • Add a pinch of sugar to the dressing if your lemons are particularly tart or the roasted vegetables need extra sweetness
  • Sprinkle a little extra dried oregano over the finished salad for an aromatic finish
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