Greek Lentil Salad with Feta
A refreshing and hearty salad, packed with protein-rich lentils, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil - 1/4 cup
- Feta cheese - 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Red onion - 1/2, finely chopped
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber - 1, diced
- Green lentils - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- Cook the lentils in a pot of boiling water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled lentils to the large bowl with the vegetables and feta.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 18g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 6g