Cucumber feta salad with oregano and red wine dressing

Salads & Sides & Soups
Written By ANNA Test Kitchen

Recipe & Food Styling ANNA Magazine, Photography Jerry Grajewski

A twist on the Greek salad but with all the gorgeous flavours of the Mediterranean in this beautiful salad. Make sure to buy the best quality Greek feta, it makes all the difference.

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce, washed and torn

2 English cucumbers, seeds removed, chopped

½ cup green onions, finely sliced

4 ounces Greek feta cheese, crumbled

¼ cup fresh oregano sprigs, to garnish

Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Oregano red-wine dressing

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

¼ cup red wine vinegar

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation

For dressing, whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl; set aside for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days.

Place lettuce, cucumber, and onion in a large bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently. Top with crumbled cheese and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Serves 4.

ANNA Test Kitchen

Although the magazine was launched in Mari Loewen’s Canadian home kitchen where it remained for 10 years, as the brand grew many incredibly talented folks were involved in the success of ANNA Magazine. To name a few, Creative Director, Segun Olude; Art Director, Shannon Dewy; Prop Stylist, Kari Wardrop, Recipe Developer & Food Stylist, Marisa Curatolo; Copywriters Tara Kaprowy and Erin Lancione, and many friends, sponsors and advertisers. As the brand transitioned into the digital world, many more were involved. Thank you to all of them.

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