This dressing pairs well with all kinds of savory salad ingredients, but a classic Greek presentation features leafy greens, kalamata olives, cubed tomato and cucumber, slivered red onions and chunks of feta cheese.  For a middle-eastern Fattoush style salad, try throwing in some chopped fresh mint, chunks of radish, torn pieces of toasted pita and a little dried sumac in the dressing.  Sumac can be found at middle-eastern groceries – leave it out if you can’t locate it.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar (or half lemon juice, half wine vinegar)
• 6-7 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 small clove garlic, minced
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• 1 pinch dried thyme
• 1 pinch dried dill
• 1-2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley or combination of fresh herbs.

Method:

1. Place ingredients in a clean, dry jelly jar.  Screw on the lid and shake well.  Let dressing sit for half an hour.