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Marouli Salad (Greek Lettuce Salad With Dill and Lemon)
Fresh, simple and full of Mediterranean flavor, this Marouli Salad – also known as a Greek lettuce salad – is made with crisp lettuce, cucumber, radishes, dill, lemon juice and olive oil.
This light Mediterranean lettuce salad takes only about 10 minutes to prepare, making it a perfect side dish for grilled fish, chicken or any simple dinner.
If you enjoy fresh vegetable salads that rely on good ingredients rather than heavy dressings, this one will quickly become a favorite.
A Simple Salad I Make Often
I started this blog back in 2013, when I was experimenting more in the kitchen and sharing the recipes I cooked at home.
Over time my cooking style has changed quite a bit. These days I prefer recipes that are simple, fresh and practical for everyday cooking.
Living in Europe has influenced that even more. Fresh vegetables are easy to find year-round and simple salads like this Greek dill lettuce salad are common on Mediterranean tables.
Sometimes the most satisfying recipes are also the simplest.
What Is Marouli Salad?
Marouli means lettuce in Greek.
Marouli salad is a traditional Greek lettuce salad usually made with:
- lettuce
- fresh dill
- green onions
- olive oil
- lemon juice
- salt
It’s a simple Mediterranean lettuce salad that is often served alongside grilled meats, seafood or roasted vegetables.
In my version I also add cucumber, radishes and feta cheese. These ingredients are not always included in the traditional recipe, but they add great texture and flavor.
If you want a more traditional version, you can simply make the salad with lettuce, dill, green onions, olive oil and lemon.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
This salad is quick, refreshing and works with almost any meal.
Reasons people love it:
• quick and easy to prepare
• fresh Mediterranean flavors
• simple ingredients
• naturally gluten free
• perfect side dish for fish, chicken or grilled meats
It’s also easy to adapt depending on what vegetables you have available.
Ingredients You Need
To make this Marouli salad recipe, you’ll need:
- Lettuce – romaine or green leaf lettuce works best
- Cucumber – adds freshness and crunch
- Radishes – my addition for color and a peppery bite
- Green onions – mild onion flavor
- Fresh dill – essential for Greek dill lettuce salad
- Feta cheese – optional but delicious
- Olive oil – good quality extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon juice – freshly squeezed
- Salt and black pepper
Fresh ingredients really make a difference in this salad.
How To Make Marouli Salad
This Greek lettuce salad comes together quickly.
Step 1 – Prepare the vegetables
Thinly slice the lettuce and place it in a large bowl.
Slice the cucumber and radishes and chop the green onions. Add them to the bowl.
Step 2 – Add herbs and cheese
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
Add crumbled feta cheese.
Step 3 – Make the dressing
In a small bowl combine:
- olive oil
- lemon juice
- salt
- black pepper
Whisk together until combined.
Step 4 – Toss the salad
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together.
Serve immediately.
Tips For The Best Marouli Salad
Slice the lettuce thinly
Traditional Greek lettuce salads are usually made with finely sliced lettuce, which helps the dressing coat the leaves evenly.
Use fresh dill
Fresh dill gives the salad its classic flavor.
Dress just before serving
This salad is best served immediately after tossing.
What To Serve With Marouli Salad
This Greek lettuce salad pairs well with many Mediterranean dishes.
Serve it with:
The fresh lemon and dill flavors complement seafood and grilled meats especially well.
More Salad Recipes
If you enjoy simple vegetable salads like this Mediterranean lettuce salad, you may also like:
These are all easy side dishes that work well with everyday meals. Also check this Greek Inspired Recipe Collection out.
Variations
You can easily customize this salad.
Traditional version
Use only lettuce, dill, green onions, olive oil and lemon juice.
Add tomatoes
Cherry tomatoes add sweetness and color.
Add olives
Kalamata olives give the salad a stronger Mediterranean flavor.
Storage Tips
- This salad is best served immediately after preparing.
- If needed, leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day, but the lettuce will soften once dressed.
- For best results, keep the dressing separate and mix before serving.
A Simple Mediterranean Salad That Works With Almost Any Meal
One thing I’ve noticed over the years of running this blog is that the simplest recipes often become the ones I make the most.
Salads like this Marouli salad don’t require complicated ingredients or long preparation. Just fresh vegetables, herbs and a light lemon olive oil dressing.
It’s the kind of Mediterranean lettuce salad that works with many meals – grilled fish, roasted meats or even a simple dinner with bread and cheese.
And sometimes that’s exactly what you need: something fresh, quick and easy to put together.
Marouli Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 large head lettuce, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 5 –6 radishes, thinly sliced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste
- salt and black pepper to taste
Video
Instructions
- Place the sliced lettuce in a large bowl.
- Add cucumber, radishes and green onions.
- Sprinkle chopped dill and feta cheese over the salad.
- In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
