Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad
Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad brings together tender orzo, earthy lentils, briny kalamata olives, and tangy feta with a lift of fresh mint and dill. A garlicky red wine vinaigrette ties it all together, making a bright, herb-forward salad that’s ideal for picnics, potlucks, or make-ahead lunches. Chilling lets the flavors meld into a refreshing, satisfying bite.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl, toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil; cover, and refrigerate until cooled.
- 2
Put the lentils in a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until the lentils are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, vinegar, and garlic.
- 4
Remove the pasta from the refrigerator; add the lentils, the oil mixture, olives, feta cheese, red onion, mint, and dill; stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Calories 352.25 kcal Moderate
- Protein 13.09 g Good Source
- Carbs 32.68 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.16 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.82 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 28.35 mg Moderate
- Sodium 596.08 mg High
- Fiber 5.36 g Moderate
- Sugar 0.55 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 174.43 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.89 mg Moderate
- Potassium 167.72 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 109.31 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 5.56 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad is a Greek side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Crumbled Feta Cheese, Fresh Dill, Fresh Mint, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 352.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad?
- It is a Greek salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Crumbled Feta Cheese, Fresh Dill, Fresh Mint, Garlic, Kalamata Olives. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 352.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 4 steps.
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