Prepare to elevate your salad game with a combination that's both refreshingly simple and unbelievably delicious!
Imagine crisp, cool iceberg wedges drizzled with a creamy, tangy feta dressing that will have you craving salad every day.
Get ready to discover the secret to this irresistible pairing!
About This Recipe
This creamy feta dressing, wow, it's way lighter than blue cheese dressing but, trust me, just as yummy! You can totally make it your own, using whatever herbs you've got. Seriously, it's super versatile, and even mint works. For a twist, consider combining this dressing with bitter greens and oranges for a vibrant salad.
Wanna make a dip instead? Just use less milk. This recipe makes almost two cups–enough for 4-6 people.
Don't worry about leftovers! It'll keep in the fridge for about a week. It'll thicken up, though, so just add a splash of milk to loosen it.
I usually cut an iceberg lettuce into eight wedges – like cutting a cake.
This dressing is great for salads, too, but I really like it with lettuce wedges.
Making the Dressing
Now, let's whip up this dreamy dressing, shall we? First, grab a bowl and toss in that yummy feta with the mayo. Now, mash it all together until it looks like a smooth paste – Danish feta works like a charm here!
Next, it's yogurt time! Add it with half the milk, lemon juice, garlic – crushed or powdered, your call – and oregano. Whisk it all like you mean it! This creamy dressing can also be used as a delicious topping for various dishes.
Now, let's talk thickness. I'm all about that thick dressing life, so I use the rest of the milk sparingly. Add, whisk, repeat – until it's just how you like it. Think of it like this: are you spooning it onto lettuce, or tossing a salad?
Finally, taste it! Feta is a salty beast, so season carefully. You don't wanna overdo it! And voila – feta heaven!
Serving Suggestions
I'd say it's time to serve! Now, after you've whipped up that delightful creamy feta dressing, you're probably wondering what to do with it. Well, let me tell you—the possibilities are endless!
First things first – grab those iceberg wedges you patiently cut! No pathetic, falling apart wedges, now!
Now, I recommend placing one or two wedges onto each plate. Then, go ahead and drizzle that beautiful, creamy feta dressing generously over the lettuce. Don't be shy – this stuff's the bomb!
Short Recipe Version
Creamy Feta Dressing
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Serving size: 6
Ingredients:
- 4 oz feta cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
- Process until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 5g