Turkish Salad

266

This classic salad is a wonderful combination of textures and flavours. The saltiness of the cheese is perfectly balanced by the salad vegetables.

Ingredients:

• Cos Lettuce Heart – 1, chopped into bite sized pieces
• Green Capsicum – 1, seeded, cored, cut into thin strips
• Red Capsicum – 1, seeded, cored, cut into thin strips
• Cucumber – 1/2, chopped
• Tomatoes – 4, sliced
• Red Onions – 1, finely sliced
• Feta Cheese – 225 gms, crumbled
• Black Olives to garnish

For the Dressing:

• Olive Oil – 3 tblsp
• Lemon Juice – 3 tblsp
• Garlic – 1 clove, crushed
• Parsley – 1 tblsp, chopped
• Mint Leaves – 1 tblsp, chopped
• Salt
• Black Pepper Powder

Method:

1. Place the lettuce, capsicums, cucumber, tomatoes and onion in a large bowl.
2. Scatter the cheese over the top and toss lightly.
3. Blend together the olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in a bowl.
4. Add the parsley and mint.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
7. Garnish with olives.
8. Serve immediately.