MINTY ORZO LENTIL AND FETA SALAD

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This is a wonderful summer salad. I have been asked to make it for every party I am invited to!

Provided by KAGRECO

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Greek Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ¼ cups orzo pasta
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
¾ cup dried brown lentils, rinsed and drained
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
1 small red onion, diced
½ cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
½ cup chopped fresh dill
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Transfer pasta into a large bowl, and mix in 1 tablespoon olive oil; cover, and refrigerate until cool.
  • Place lentils into a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer over low heat until lentils are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Combine the remaining olive oil, vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Remove pasta from refrigerator; add lentils, oil mixture, olives, feta cheese, red onion, mint, and dill; stir until thoroughly blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 455.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Md Maidul Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a very healthy and filling salad.


Henry Potter
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more herbs or spices.


Tywan King
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The mint and feta helped to balance out the flavor of the lentils.


Bobby Crown
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This was a great recipe. I made it for a party and it was a hit!


MD Rayhan hawladar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mawla Biswas
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This salad was delicious! The mint and feta were a great combination.


Adnan Mahmood
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the leftovers are great for lunch the next day.


Mohammad Akash
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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more herbs or spices.


Lucero Pacho
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The lentils added a nice chewy texture and the feta added a salty tang. I will definitely be making this again.


yasmine kabran
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very filling. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Chasi Thammeuangkhoun
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This recipe was a hit! The combination of orzo, lentils, and feta was perfect, and the mint added a refreshing touch. I also loved the tangy dressing. Will definitely make this again!