MEDITERRANEAN SALAD

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I really love the freshness of Greek Salad and this one sure hits the spot.

Provided by liz carrier @wrt4chg

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cup(s) french bread, stale and cubed
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 cup(s) english cucumber cut in 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 cup(s) red pepper
1/2 cup(s) green onions, finely sliced
4 cup(s) parsley, fresh and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, diced
- DRESSING INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon(s) salt
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper, freshly ground
1 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground allspice
9 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin

Steps:

  • NOTE: After a couple of hours, the croutons will start to absorb the dressing. Some people like this; others (including the reviewer for Toronto Life!) do not. Time the addition of the croutons to suit your taste.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Spread the bread cubes on a large baking sheet and toss with the oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, turning them every few minutes.
  • They will take 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how fresh the bread is.
  • Assemble the cucumber, peppers, green onion and parsley in a large bowl; leave out the tomatoes for now.
  • Prepare the dressing: Stir the lemon juice, salt and garlic together until the salt dissolves.
  • Add the pepper, cinnamon and allspice, then slowly beat in the olive oil.
  • (May be prepared up to 12 hours ahead to this point.)
  • Place the cut up tomatoes on top of the other vegetables.
  • Pour on the dressing and toss well; add the croutons and toss again (see note).

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