Elevate your summer gatherings with this mouthwatering Roasted Greek Salad recipe that is sure to impress your guests. Bursting with vibrant flavors and Mediterranean goodness, this salad is a refreshing twist on a classic dish. Fresh and colorful vegetables, such as juicy tomatoes and bell peppers, are roasted to perfection, infusing them with a delightful smoky essence. Tossed with briny Kalamata olives and ooey gooey feta cheese, this salad offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.

My Roasted Greek Salad is not only a culinary delight, but it is also a perfect addition to your Memorial Day and summer parties. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, a picnic, or simply enjoying a sunny day by the pool, this salad brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your outdoor gatherings. Its versatility allows it to be served as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Get ready to impress and tantalize your taste buds with this delightful Roasted Greek Salad. Prepare a large batch and watch it disappear!

KEY INGREDIENTS:

Feta: Good quality feta cheese plays a crucial role in elevating the flavors of this Roasted Greek Salad. To find the best feta cheese, look for authentic Greek feta made from sheep’s milk for its rich and tangy taste. Avoid pre-crumbled feta and opt for a block of feta that you can cut yourself, as it tends to have a creamier texture and maintains its flavor better.

Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes’ vibrant hues add a beautiful pop of color to this salad. Look for a package with multiple colors. These little bursts of sweetness will make your Roasted Greek Salad visually appealing and even more delightful to enjoy.

Pesto: It is important to source high-quality pesto that is rich in flavor and made with fresh, quality ingredients. Look for pesto that has a vibrant green color, a fragrant aroma, and a smooth, creamy texture. You can find good quality pesto by checking the ingredient list for fresh basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and extra-virgin olive oil. Additionally, consider trying homemade pesto.

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Roasted Greek Salad

If you like Greek salads, you will absolutely love my Roasted Greek Salad! This salad has all the classic flavors of a traditional Greek salad with the added element of warm and gooey feta cheese. It is perfect for lunch or as a side dish at dinner.

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: greek

Keyword: greek salad, roasted greek salad, spring recipe, summer recipe, warm feta

Ingredients

• 24 oz. cherry tomatoes
• 1 bell pepper any color, largely diced
• 2 8oz. blocks feta cubed
• 1½ lemons halved
• ⅓ cup pesto
• 2 cloves garlic finely minced
• 1 cucumber largely diced
• 2 tbsp fresh mint chopped
• ½ cup Kalamata olives
• ¼ red onion thinly sliced
• 1 cup artichoke hearts
• 12 oz. lettuce of choice

DRESSING:

• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ½ cup olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp oregano
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 475°F.
• PREP TOMATO MIXTURE: Place cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, feta, garlic, and pesto in a large bowl and mix until the pesto coats the vegetables thoroughly. Add salt and pepper to taste. Dump vegetable mixture on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
• Place lemon halves on the sheet pan and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the feta is golden brown.
• MAKE THE DRESSING: While the tomato mixture is roasting, make the dressing by mixing the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and seasonings together in a small bowl or jar and set aside.
• Once the vegetable mixture is done roasting, let it cool for about 10 minutes.
• TOSS THE SALAD: In a large bowl, toss the lettuce, cucumbers, olives, red onion, and artichoke hearts with the dressing. Top with the tomato mixture and serve.

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