Best Mediterranean Salad With Lemon Caper Vinaigrette Recipes

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SIMPLE ARUGULA SALAD WITH AVOCADO



Simple Arugula Salad with Avocado image

This fresh arugula salad packs great flavor in each bite.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 oz baby arugula
1 to 2 vine ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
½ English cucumber (or 1 slicing cucumber peeled), halved lengthwise, then sliced
1 shallot, sliced
1 avocado, pitted and sliced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dry oregano
Kosher salt (I use Diamond Crystal)
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, kosher salt and pepper. Whisk to combine
  • To the same bowl, add arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, shallots and sliced avocado. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Sugar 4 g, Sodium 15.8 mg, Fat 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

LADOLEMONO GREEK SALAD DRESSING RECIPE



Ladolemono Greek Salad Dressing Recipe image

You'll love this versatile Greek lemon and olive oil dressing. You can use it as a Greek salad dressing on your favorite salad, as a marinade for chicken or fish, or as a bright finishing sauce to drizzle on things from grilled vegetables to kabobs and more!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup fresh lemon juice (Juice of 2 large lemons)
1 to 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 to large garlic clove (minced)
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Put the lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk to combine.
  • While you are whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 109.4 mg, Fiber 0.2 g, Sugar 0.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ITALIAN SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Italian Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette image

For an Italian twist on salad, I mix greens with red onion, mushrooms, olives, pepperoncini, lemon juice and Italian seasoning. Add tomatoes and carrots if you like. -Deborah Loop, Clinton Township, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings (1/2 cup vinaigrette).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup assorted olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
8 pepperoncini
Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, shredded carrots and grated Parmesan cheese
VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss lightly. If desired, add toppings., In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette ingredients until blended. Serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NO-MAYO MEDITERRANEAN TUNA SALAD



No-Mayo Mediterranean Tuna Salad image

In this light but filling lunch, canned tuna-our consummate pantry pal-is tossed with a punchy lemon-caper vinaigrette and served with a crisp side salad. Try this once and you won't miss the mayonnaise-heavy alternative one bit.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (5-ounce) can albacore tuna in water, drained
1 small bell pepper, halved, cored, and finely chopped (1 cup)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
3 tablespoons chopped capers
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Dressed salad greens, such as escarole, for serving
Sliced cucumbers and crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Place tuna in a bowl and flake with a fork. Add bell pepper, oil, lemon juice, mustard, capers, and parsley; stir well to combine and season with salt and pepper. Serve with salad greens, cucumbers, and crackers on the side.

MEDITERRANEAN BEEF SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Mediterranean Beef Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette image

With juicy strips of steak and rich feta cheese, it's hard to believe that this main dish salad recipe has less than 200 calories per serving. From Diabetic Living

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 37m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups torn romaine leaves
1/2 of a small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 cup halved cherries or 1 cup grape tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces, or cheese of your choice)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • SALAD:.
  • Trim fat from steak. Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Place steak on the unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil 3 to 4 inches from the heat until desired doneness, turning once halfway through broiling time. Allow 15 to 17 minutes for medium-rare doneness (145 degrees F) or 20 to 22 minutes for medium doneness (160 degrees F). Thinly slice steak.
  • Divide romaine among 4 dinner plates. Top with sliced meat, red onion, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Drizzle with Lemon Vinaigrette.
  • LEMON VINAIGRETTE:.
  • In a screw-top jar combine olive oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, oregano and garlic. Cover and shake well. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Makes about 1/2 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.8, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 426.9, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 7.7, Protein 29.6

MEDITERRANEAN LENTIL SALAD WITH LEMON-THYME VINAIGRETTE



Mediterranean Lentil Salad With Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup lentils
5 cups water
1 tomato, cored and chopped
1/2 cup oil-cured black olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 stalks celery, trimmed, peeled and thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 large cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To make the salad, combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain, place in a large bowl and let cool. Toss the tomato, olives, feta and celery with the lentils.
  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Whisk in the salt and pepper. Toss the vinaigrette with the salad and season to taste. Divide among 4 plates, garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1067 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

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