lentil salad with feta recipe

Discover the perfect blend of flavors and nutrition with our lentil salad with feta recipe. This vibrant and wholesome salad combines protein-packed lentils with tangy feta cheese, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for a healthy lunch or a refreshing side dish, this lentil salad is both delicious and satisfying.

lentil salad with feta

Andrea

Learn how to make a nutritious and flavorful lentil salad with feta using our easy recipe. This wholesome salad features protein-rich lentils, tangy feta cheese, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch or as a side dish, this lentil salad is sure to become a favorite.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Course Salad

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 80g lemon juice
• 75g finely chopped red onion
• 20g chopped fresh dill
• 150g diced seedless cucumber
• 10g Dijon mustard
• 150g diced red bell pepper (about 1 medium pepper)
• 1.5g salt, or to taste
• 115g crumbled feta cheese
• 75g extra-virgin olive oil
• 850g cooked lentils (drained weight if using canned)
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 850g cooked lentils (drained weight if using canned)

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, Dijon mustard, salt, and extra-virgin olive oil until well combined. Adjust seasoning with freshly ground pepper to taste.
• Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked lentils, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion. Gently toss to combine the ingredients.
• Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the lentil and vegetable mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
• Incorporate the Feta: Add the crumbled feta cheese to the salad and gently fold it in, being careful not to break the feta too much.
• Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
• Chill and Serve: For the best flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
• Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.

Keyword feta salad, lentil salad