Creamy Feta Dressing with Iceberg Wedges Recipe
This creamy feta dressing is a luscious, tangy blend of soft feta cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, and fresh oregano, perfectly paired with crisp iceberg lettuce wedges. The dressing is versatile, thick enough to cling to the lettuce wedges yet easily adjustable for tossing in salads. Ideal for a refreshing and elegant appetizer or side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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, ensuring to cut evenly through the center of the core so each wedge holds together firmly and maintains its shape on the plate.
- Make the Feta Paste: In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta and whole egg mayonnaise. Mash them together thoroughly with a fork until it forms a smooth, creamy paste. Using softer feta like Danish aids in achieving an easier-to-mash consistency.
- Mix the Dressing: To the feta paste, add the plain yoghurt, half the milk, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and chopped fresh oregano. Whisk vigorously until the dressing becomes smooth and well combined.
- Adjust the Dressing Consistency: Gradually add the remaining milk to the dressing to reach your preferred thickness. Keeping it thick will help the dressing cling nicely to the lettuce wedges, while thinning it out makes it suitable for salad tossing.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and freshly ground pepper carefully, as both feta and mayonnaise contribute saltiness. Always season last to avoid over-seasoning.
- Serve: Arrange 1 or 2 iceberg wedges on each plate and drizzle generously with the creamy feta dressing. Serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use a creamier feta (such as Danish) for a smoother dressing texture.
- Adjust milk quantity based on your desired dressing thickness.
- Fresh oregano adds the best flavor, but dried can be substituted in a pinch.
- This dressing can double as a dip for veggies or a sauce for grilled meats.
- Season the dressing at the end to carefully control salt levels.
- Best served fresh; if refrigerated, stir well before use.
Keywords: creamy feta dressing, iceberg wedges, feta salad dressing, easy salad dressing, Mediterranean salad, no-cook dressing, fresh oregano dressing
