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Healthy Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Feta

A fresh, protein-packed Mediterranean lentil salad with crisp vegetables, lemony olive oil dressing, and tangy feta cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups cooked green lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 0.33 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Small whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Chef knife

Method
 

  1. Cook lentils until tender, drain, and cool completely.
  2. Chop all vegetables and herbs.
  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine lentils, vegetables, and herbs in a large bowl.
  5. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
  6. Fold in feta cheese carefully.
  7. Rest 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad rest before serving and adjust seasoning as needed.