Greek-style Sensation Salad Dressing

Sensation salad originated in Baton Rouge and is one that I tend to order whenever I can. I usually have some Sensation dressing made in my fridge at all times. I created this variation in a pinch because I didn’t have all the ingredients for a traditional Sensation dressing. As it turns out, it has become a new family favorite. I substituted crumbled feta studded with garlic and Greek herbs in place of some of the other cheeses found in a traditional Sensation dressing recipe. The balance of the feta along with the tangy lemon juice, red wine vinegar and garlic blended perfectly together. It’s great to serve over a side salad with a creamy chowder or soup because it helps cut the richness of the chowder and rounds out the meal. In the spirit of keeping this salad on the Mediterranean side, I like to throw in some store-bought roasted chickpeas and toasted slivered almonds to give the salad a little more crunch and texture.

Servings: Yields 2 cups of dressing

2 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup crumbled feta with garlic and herbs

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

¼ cup fresh lemon juice

¼ cup red wine vinegar

¼ cup olive oil

½ cup vegetable oil

¼ teaspoon dried mint

¼ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

1. Place the garlic, feta and Parmesan in a mixing bowl. Use a fork to combine.

2. Whisk in the lemon juice and vinegar to form a paste. Continue whisking as you drizzle in the olive and vegetable oils.

3. Add in the dried herbs, salt and pepper. Cover the dressing and allow it to chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can come together. Toss over your favorite greens.

4. Keep the remaining dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week

This article was originally published in the February 2022 issue of 225 magazine.