Are you craving a wholesome and flavorful vegetarian meal that combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with the comfort of a hearty salad? Look no further! Our article will guide you through the journey of creating an irresistible Greek rice feta salad, crafted with the finest ingredients to tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, fluffy rice, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing, this delectable dish is a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you feeling satisfied and refreshed. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the art of preparing an exceptional Greek rice feta salad, leaving you amazed by its delightful simplicity and extraordinary taste.
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GREEK FETA SALAD
With juicy tomatoes, feta cheese, onions and olives slightly marinated in a red wine vinaigrette, this light and refreshing salad is just right for those hot spring and summer days. -Jill Bowers, Huntington, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On a serving platter, layer tomatoes and onion. Top with feta cheese and olives. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and oregano; drizzle over salad. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GREEK RICE SALAD
Greek Rice Salad starts with perfectly cooked rice and just might become your new favorite salad. It's also a gluten-free option to serve instead of pasta salad.
Provided by Foodtastic Mom
Categories Salad
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Add the vegetable oil to a non-stick pot and heat over medium heat.
- Add the rice and salt. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring often, to toast the rice a bit.
- Pour in the water and stir
- Bring the rice to a gentle boil.
- Turn the heat to low and cover the pot. You want the rice to gently simmer. Low heat on a gas stove is plenty for simmering. If cooking on an electric stovetop, you may need to set the burner to medium-low heat.
- Cook the rice, with the lid on, for 15 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed
- Fluff the rice with a fork and allow to cool for about 30 minutes (with the lid on the pot).
- Transfer the rice to a large bowl.
- Add the red onion, parsley, black olives, red pepper, cucumber, artichoke hearts and feta cheese. Stir to combine.
- In a glass bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the rice salad and toss well to combine.
- Can serve immediately. Or cover and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.01 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 713 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEK RICE
A simple 10 minute side dish of Greek restaurant quality!
Provided by Kathi & Rachel
Categories Dinner easy dinner Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a skillet on medium heat, melt butter. Once bubbling, combine lemon zest and garlic. Stir to combine.
- Add precooked rice to skillet. Stir to combine. Turn burner off once rice is warm throughout.
- Stir in feta cheese, and parsley. Drizzle with lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 262 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEK RICE SALAD
Delicious. The avocado makes the dressing a little creamy, though feel free to leave it out if you wish. Best made the same day you are going to serve it.
Provided by Audrey Noland
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring the brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes; remove from heat and allow to cool, fluffing occasionally with a fork.
- Toss the avocado and lemon juice together in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, mint, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl; lightly toss the mixture until evenly combined. Fold the cooled rice gently into the mixture. Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour; the salad does not last well for more than a day as the tomato and cucumber begin to release their juices and the salad becomes watery.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 304.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SARAH'S FETA RICE PILAF
Rice and orzo pasta merge with the flavors of onion and garlic to create this versatile side dish. Bulgarian feta gives the dish a decadent creaminess while spinach adds beautiful color. You can get Bulgarian feta cheese at most international grocery stores. Bulgarian feta is creamier than the Greek version which tends to be very dry.
Provided by jmerar
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir oro in the melted butter until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir onion into orzo and cook until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Cook and stir garlic into orzo-onion mixture until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Mix rice and chicken broth into orzo-onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in spinach and feta. Cover and let stand until spinach is wilted and feta is melted, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 739.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
GREEK RICE & FETA SALAD
Make and share this Greek Rice & Feta Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories White Rice
Time 2h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the oregano, veg and 3/4 of the feta to rice and toss.
- Combine the dressing and yogurt and toss with rice mixture.
- Cover and chill 2 hours.
- Sprinkle with remaining feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.4, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 34.6, Sodium 510.5, Carbohydrate 83.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.6, Protein 11.5
SPICY LAMB & FETA SKEWERS WITH GREEK BROWN RICE SALAD
Kofta-style kebabs with feta, harissa and onion, served with a wholesome basmati rice flavoured with parsley and mint
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for 30 mins. Cook the rice following pack instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly.
- Heat the grill. Mix the mince with the harissa, feta, grated onion and seasoning. Form into 12 sausage shapes and thread onto the skewers. Lay on a non-stick baking tray and grill for 6-8 mins, turning until cooked through and slightly browned.
- Mix the brown rice with the remaining ingredients and some seasoning. Serve alongside the hot skewers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
GREEK RICE CASSEROLE W/FETA AND ARTICHOKES
An untested recipe I found a while ago on the Puritan website. It sounds great, but nobody will eat artichokes with me so for now it's just a 'someday' recipe.
Provided by winkki
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 55m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet.
- Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add drained tomatoes, basil, oregano, chili flakes and salt; bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking up the tomatoes as they cook.
- In a medium bowl, toss artichoke quarters, rice and feta together.
- Pour into a medium oiled casserole dish When tomato sauce is ready, pour over the rice mixture, shaking the dish so the tomato sauce settles.
- Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 267.1, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 3.3, Protein 6.1
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad. Look for fresh, ripe vegetables and flavorful feta cheese.
- Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Let the salad cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, dill, or mint. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately. It is best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
Greek rice feta salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.
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