Greek Salad Dressing

Lathi Kai Xethe (LAH-theekeh KSEE-thee) is popular in the Greek American community and is from "Extending the Table ... A World Community Cookbook." Posted for ZWT4.

• Ready In: 18 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup red wine vinegar
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons oregano
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 1⁄2 cups olive oil

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients EXCEPT olive oil.
2. Let stand 15 minutes.
3. Add olive oil gradually while whisking.
4. Store in refrigerator.
5. SALAD SUGGESTION: Make a large tossed salad of leafy lettuce, crumbled feta cheese, chopped tomatoes, sweet onions, fresh black olives, and chopped or sliced cucumber. Add salad dressing to taste, toss and serve.
6. OPTION #1: Substitute 1/2-3/4 cup. vegetable oil for a lighter dressing.
7. OPTION #2: Add 1-2 teaspoons dillweed for extra flavor.