Description
A stunning layered Mediterranean salad featuring crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and tangy feta cheese, perfectly complemented by homemade oregano garlic croutons and a vibrant red wine vinaigrette dressing. Served in elegant glass towers, this Greek Feta Salad Tower is both visually impressive and delicious, ideal for summer gatherings or light meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Croutons
- 2 cups cubed bread
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the croutons.
- Prepare croutons: Toss the cubed bread with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder until evenly coated. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Mix the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently toss the ingredients together to mix.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste until well blended.
- Assemble the salad towers: Using clear serving glasses, layer the salad mixture, then a generous layer of the baked croutons, and drizzle some dressing over. Repeat these layers until the glass is filled to the top.
- Garnish and serve: Finish each tower with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a lemon wedge on the side. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread for croutons to ensure they crisp up nicely.
- The salad towers can be made just before serving to avoid soggy croutons.
- Adjust the amount of garlic powder and oregano in the dressing to your taste preference.
- For a vegan version, omit feta cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
- Use gluten-free bread to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Greek salad, feta cheese salad, Mediterranean salad, layered salad, salad towers, croutons, healthy salad, easy salad recipe
