Best 8 Greek Rice Feta Salad Recipes

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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



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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

5 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 package (6 ounces) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano

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



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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

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup rice
1 tsp salt
1 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup red pepper (chopped)
3/4 cup English cucumber (chopped)
3/4 cup artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
3/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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



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A simple 10 minute side dish of Greek restaurant quality!

Provided by Kathi & Rachel

Categories     Dinner     easy dinner     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbsp salted butter
1 tbsp lemon zest ((about 1 lemon's worth of zest))
1 tbsp fresh chopped garlic
2 cups precooked white rice ((day old/refrigerated is best))
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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



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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

1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
2 ½ cups water
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
¼ cup lemon juice
2 vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups diced English cucumbers
⅓ cup diced red onion
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup sliced Kalamata olives
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

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



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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

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup orzo pasta
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped spinach
½ cup chopped Bulgarian feta cheese

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



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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

3 cups cooked medium grain white rice, rinsed and drained (you dont want it sticky)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 large tomatoes, chopped and seeded
1/2 chopped green pepper
1/2 chopped English cucumber
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1/3 cup sliced black olives
1 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided
1/2 cup salad dressing (the mayo kind like Miracle Whip)
2 teaspoons plain yogurt

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



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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

300g brown basmati rice
500g lamb mince
1 tbsp harissa
50g feta cheese
1 large red onion , ½ thinly sliced, ½ grated
large handful parsley , roughly chopped
large handful mint , roughly chopped
85g pitted black kalamata olive , quartered
1 cucumber , diced
300g cherry tomato , halved
1 tbsp olive oil
juice 1 lemon

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



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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

1/2 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chopped tomatoes (or one 28-ounce can, drained)
2 teaspoons basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (8 1/2 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered (1-1/8 c)
3 cups cooked white rice or 3 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (2 oz)

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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