Best Feta Cranberry Lentil Salad Recipes

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CRANBERRY, FETA AND WALNUT SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry, Feta and Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Greens

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mixed salad greens (I use leaf lettuce, endive and radiccio)
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts in large bowl.
  • Mix vinegar, honey, mustard and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
  • Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until well blended.
  • Pour over salad; toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

CRANBERRY LENTIL AND QUINOA SALAD



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A healthy, protein-packed salad.

Provided by CeliaBelia

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried lentils
2 bay leaves, divided
water to cover
2 cups water
1 cup quinoa
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
ground black pepper to taste
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
½ cup dried cranberries, or to taste
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 small green onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place lentils and 1 bay leaf in a saucepan with enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes; drain and discard bay leaf. Rinse with cold water until lentils cool and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Bring 2 cups water, quinoa, and remaining bay leaf to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse quinoa with cold water until cool, discarding bay leaf. Stir quinoa into lentils.
  • Heat lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl in a microwave until warm, about 30 seconds. Stir honey into juice until dissolved. Add vinegar and salt; whisk in olive oil and season with black pepper. Pour lemon juice mixture into lentils and quinoa.
  • Mix walnuts, cranberries, feta cheese, and green onion into lentil and quinoa salad. Toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 122.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CRANBERRY AND FETA SALAD



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A friend's recipe, this is always a hit. Various nuts and cheeses can be substituted with ease. The dressing rocks!

Provided by Raspberry Cordial

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 large salad, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head romaine lettuce
1 bunch spinach
1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted and cooled
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare salad ingredients.
  • Whisk salad dressing ingredients together and pour over salad. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 203.5, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 6.4, Protein 5.5

LENTIL SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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Make and share this Lentil Salad With Feta Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mizzy

Categories     Lentil

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb brown lentils
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1 small onion
1 stalk green onion
2 stalks celery, cubed
1/2 lb crumbled feta
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons mint (optional)
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon za'atar spice mix

Steps:

  • cook lentils according to directions on bag, until tender (but not mushy).
  • remove from heat and let cool at room temperature.
  • Chop up all the vegetables, and crumble the feta.
  • Combine all the salad ingredients together.
  • In a small bowl prepare dressing by whisking all the ingredients together.
  • Pour dressing over salad, mix well and chill for a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 33.7, Sodium 1022.1, Carbohydrate 48.9, Fiber 23.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 25.2

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