Description
This Creamy Feta Dressing with Iceberg Wedges recipe offers a fresh and tangy twist on a classic salad. Crisp iceberg lettuce wedges are served with a rich and flavorful dressing made from creamy feta, mayonnaise, yogurt, and fresh oregano, perfect for a light lunch or a delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 1 iceberg lettuce
Dressing
- 1/2 cup (packed) crumbled feta (preferably Danish or another soft feta)
- 1/2 cup whole egg mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain yoghurt
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup milk (use milk to adjust consistency)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1/2 clove garlic, crushed (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the lettuce wedges. Cut the iceberg lettuce into 8 wedges, carefully slicing evenly through the center of the core to ensure each wedge holds together for easy serving.
- Make the feta paste. In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta and mayonnaise. Use a fork to mash them into a smooth paste; softer feta varieties like Danish make this easier.
- Add remaining dressing ingredients. Stir in the yogurt, half of the milk, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and fresh oregano. Whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Adjust consistency. Gradually add the remaining milk to reach your desired thickness. For a thick dressing that clings to lettuce, use less milk; add more for a pourable consistency suitable for tossing salads.
- Season the dressing. Taste and add salt and pepper last, as the feta and mayonnaise already contribute saltiness, which can vary.
- Serve. Arrange 1 or 2 iceberg wedges per plate and generously drizzle with the creamy feta dressing. Serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use Danish feta or another soft feta for the creamiest dressing texture.
- Adjust milk quantity based on how thick or thin you prefer your dressing.
- Fresh oregano adds a fragrant herb flavor, but dried can substitute in a pinch.
- Best served immediately to keep iceberg wedges crisp.
- This dressing can double as a dip for vegetables or pita chips.
