Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing for Greek Salad

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing recipe for Greek Salad
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Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 head garlic , unpeeled
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 -2 tablespoon water
2 sun-dried tomatoes , minced
8 cups romaine lettuce leaves , torn
1 tomatoes , cored and cut into wedges
1 cup cucumber , diced
1/2 cup kalamata olive
1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
280
Sugar
4g
Fat
28g
Greek Salad is a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, and this Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing adds a delicious and unique twist to this classic dish. This savory dressing is full of flavor and pairs perfectly with the fresh, crisp ingredients of the Greek Salad. The roasted garlic and sun-dried tomatoes add a depth of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. This salad is perfect for a healthy lunch or a light dinner, and it is sure to please any crowd.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.Cut off the top of the garlic head and drizzle with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3.Wrap the garlic in aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 45 minutes.
4.Remove from the oven and let cool.
5.Squeeze the garlic cloves into a small bowl and add balsamic vinegar, water, minced sun-dried tomatoes, and remaining olive oil. Whisk until well combined.
6.In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce leaves, tomato wedges, diced cucumber, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese with the dressing.
7.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This dressing is full of flavor and pairs perfectly with a Greek Salad.

The roasted garlic and sun-dried tomatoes add a unique twist to a classic dressing.

CONS

The dressing takes some time to prepare with the roasting of the garlic.

Also, the kalamata olives are high in sodium, and the feta cheese is high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic has been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting the immune system.
Sun-dried tomatoes are high in antioxidants and may help lower the risk of heart disease.
The Greek Salad ingredients are all fresh, low in calories, and high in nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K.

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