Best 4 Greek Lentil Salad My Way Recipes

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our guide to creating a delectable Greek Lentil Salad. This refreshingly light and flavorful dish combines the goodness of lentils, crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and fresh herbs. Explore our culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this classic Greek salad, showcasing the perfect balance of textures, flavors, and health benefits. Let's embark on a delightful adventure as we create a tantalizing Greek Lentil Salad that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DELICIOUS GREEK LENTIL SALAD RECIPE WITH FETA CHEESE (FAKES SALATA)

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An absolutely delicious and super healthy Greek lentil salad recipe with feta cheese and fresh vegetables. Whether eaten as a snack, side or light vegetarian meal, this super easy feta lentil salad recipe never fails to impress!

Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos

Categories Salad

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

400g brown lentils, picked and rinsed (14 oz.)
1 bay leaf
2-3 peppers (red, orange, yellow), roasted and sliced
250g feta cheese, crumbled (9 oz.)
10 cherry tomatoes, cut in half or 1 juicy tomato, cut in cubes
1 red onion, chopped
a handful fresh parsley (or dill), chopped
a handful fresh mint, chopped
10 kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
salt and freshly ground pepper
6 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
6 tbsps red wine vinegar
1 clove of garlic, minced
a pinch of sweet paprika

Steps:

To prepare this Greek style lentil salad recipe with feta cheese, start by cooking the lentils. Place the lentils in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Drain and place them in a large pot. Cover the lentils with a 5-6cm of cold water, season with salt, add the bay leaf and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20-25 minutes. For this Greek lentil feta salad recipe the lentils should be cooked, but still retain a slight tooth. Keep in mind that different varieties of lentils cook at different times, so have a taste after 15 minutes and be careful not to overcook them!
In the meantime prepare the vegetables. For this Greek feta lentil salad recipe, you could use the peppers raw, cut into little cubes or roasted. Roasting the peppers, until slightly soft, will give extra flavour. To roast the peppers, cut them in half crosswise and place on a baking tray, lined with parchment pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt. Bake in preheated oven at 200-220C for about 20 minutes, or until softened.
To prepare the dressing for this Greek lentil salad recipe, add all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
When the lentils are cooked, drain them in a colander and place under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled slightly place lentils in a large serving bowl and toss with dressing. Add the chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives and roasted peppers (sliced) and blend. Wait to add the fresh herbs just before serving. Enjoy!

GREEK LENTIL SALAD

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Provided by Pam Fullenweider

Categories Salad

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 package Trader Joe's steamed lentils (2 cups cooked if using your own)
½ medium zucchini (finely diced)
½ cup red bell pepper (diced)
2 tablespoon red onion (finely diced)
8 kalamata olives (finely chopped)
1 ½ tablespoon fresh flat leaf parsley (finely chopped)
¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove (minced)
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl, except feta.
In a small jar with a screw-top lid, add the dressing ingredients. Secure lid and shake to combine.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve and top with crumbled feta.

GREEK LENTIL SOUP (FAKES)

Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes) image

Fakes (pronounced 'Fah-kehs') is a staple in the Greek kitchen, and an especially filling meal. It is traditionally served with a drizzle of olive oil and lots of vinegar. Though the vinegar is of course optional, try it. It lifts the lentils and adds another dimension of flavor!

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 ounces brown lentils
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 medium onion, minced
1 large carrot, chopped
1 quart water
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch crushed dried rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil, or to taste
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

Place lentils in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring water to a boil and cook for 10 minutes; drain.
Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and carrot; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in lentils, 1 quart water, oregano, rosemary, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste and season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils have softened, 30 to 40 minutes. Add additional water if the soup becomes too thick. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and red wine vinegar to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 56.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

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

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked lentils or canned lentils.
If you're using dried lentils, be sure to sort them and rinse them well before cooking.
Use vegetable broth instead of water to cook the lentils for a more flavorful salad.
Add a variety of vegetables to your salad, such as chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell pepper.
For a creamy dressing, use Greek yogurt or a mixture of Greek yogurt and mayonnaise.
Season the salad to taste with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and fresh herbs.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Greek Lentil Salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also a good source of healthy fats. The creamy dressing and the variety of vegetables make this salad irresistible. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give Greek Lentil Salad a try!