Garlicky Palestinian Salad

Name: Garlicky Palestinian Salad
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 medium garlic cloves, smashed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large head of romaine lettuce, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces; 3 medium tomatoes, cut in wedges; 1 large European cucumber—peeled, seeded and cut into 3/4-inch dice

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A Palestinian friend taught Sara Jenkins the recipe for this simple and refreshing salad. Terrific Green Salads

By Sara Jenkins

October 2000

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Ingredients

2 medium garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head of romaine lettuce, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces
3 medium tomatoes, cut in wedges
1 large European cucumber—peeled, seeded and cut into 3/4-inch dice

Directions

Step 1

In a mortar, pound the garlic with the salt to a smooth paste. Stir in the lemon juice, then gradually whisk in the olive oil.

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Step 2

In a large bowl, toss the romaine with the tomatoes and cucumber. Stir the lemon dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well and serve.

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