A recipe for Columella Salad (Moretum). Follow the simple recipe instructions for Columella Salad (Moretum) shared by other home cooking experts.
Ingredients
1 Head iceberg or romaine Lettuce1/2 Tsp. Savory
2 Tsp. Mint
2 Tsp. Fresh rue, chopped (opt.)
2 Tsp. Fresh coriander, chopped (opt.)
2 Tbs. Parsley, chopped
4 Green onions, trimmed and chopped
1/2 Tsp. Thyme
3/4 c. Feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 Tsp. Ground pepper
1/4 c. Vinegar
1/4 c. Olive oil
3/4 c. Walnuts, chopped
Directions
1) Wash and dry the lettuce leaves; cut or tear into bite-size piecesand place into a salad bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss lightly. NOTE: Lightly toasted sesame seeds may be substituted for the walnuts. To make moretum more authentically, use only two lettuce leaves; place them and the remaining green ingredients into a blender and blend well. Transfer to a mixing bowl, and add the cheese and ground pepper. Form into a ball. Add the vinegar and oil in sparing amounts.
