Best Greek Lentil Salad Recipes

GREEK LENTIL SALAD WITH FETA AND TOMATOES

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I love this Greek-inspired lentil salad with feta and tomatoes. You can certainly add other vegetables as well. It keeps well in the fridge and leftovers are great for lunch.

Provided by barbara

Categories Salad

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 ½ cups green lentils, sorted and rinsed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, cubed

Steps:

Place lentils into a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bay leaf and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until lentils are tender yet firm to the bite, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain well and allow to cool, about 30 minutes. Remove bay leaf.
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and oregano together in a bowl for the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine lentils, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Add dressing and mix until well combined. Add feta cheese and carefully mix to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 25.3 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 347.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

GREEK LENTIL SALAD

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This is a delicious salad or side dish that may be kept for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, if covered. Just moisten with additional salad dressing when ready to use.

Provided by Heather

Categories Salad Beans Lentil Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 (15 ounce) cans brown lentils
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
½ (16 ounce) bottle Greek, or other vinaigrette salad dressing
1 English cucumber, peeled and diced
1 beefsteak tomato, diced
1 large red onion, diced

Steps:

Strain lentils and place in a large bowl. Pour in 1/2 of the salad dressing, and stir to coat. Place in the refrigerator while preparing other vegetables. Add feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Stir in remaining dressing when ready to serve. May be kept, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1054 mg, Sugar 8 g

GREEK COLD LENTIL SALAD

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Lentils are very much enjoyed in Greece and are often combined with pasta or rice or eaten cold in simple summer salads. Cooking time is marinating time.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories Grains

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dry lentils
2 bay leaves
8 tablespoons olive oil
2 oranges, juice of
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 orange, peeled and cut into segments
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Place the lentils, bay leaves and 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are cooked. Drain in a colander and allow to cool.
Place cooled lentils in a serving bowl. Add the orange juice and remaining 6 tbsp of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Stir the mixture well and marinate for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Just before serving, mix in the sliced onion, orange segments, and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.2, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 215.7, Carbohydrate 54.9, Fiber 23.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 22.1

GREEK LENTIL SALAD, MY WAY

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This lentil salad is a favorite in my family. Either as a meal or as a salad. My husband sometimes adds capers &/or olives also. If there are leftovers (very rarely) it's a delicious addition to a green or mixed salad along with feta cheese. Tip: When buying dried lentils remember to always check the expiration date to make sure...

Provided by Maria *

Categories Other Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

8 (250g) oz dry lentils
3 garlic cloves, cut in half
2 bay leaves
1 carrot, diced
2 small onions, finely chopped or 2-3 green onions, chopped
1 red or yellow pepper, diced
1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, squeeze dry & chopped
2 stalk(s) celery, diced or finely chopped
1 c parsley, chopped
1 tsp oregano
salt & pepper, to taste
DRESSING
1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar or balsamic
salt & freshly ground pepper

Steps:

1. Pick through the lentils and remove any tiny stones that might be there. Pour the lentils into a colander and rinse under running water. Then pour in a saucepan with the bay leaves, garlic & carrots. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the lentils are tender. Then drain lentils, remove bay leaves and garlic (if desired). Rinse with cold water & set aside.
3. Chop onions, parsley & tomato. Dice celery stalks & red pepper, add to cooled lentils, add the oregano & gently toss.
4. For the dressing: mix the olive oil, vinegar with a dash or 2 of salt & pepper. Pour all the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Taste & add more salt & pepper if needed. Cover salad and chill.
5. When ready to serve place in a serving bowl, like I do or if serving guests place salad on a platter lined with lettuce or aragula leaves. drizzle a bit of olive oil & add feta cheese if desired.