Greek Cold Lentil Salad Recipes

GREEK COLD LENTIL SALAD

Greek Cold Lentil Salad image

Lentils are very much enjoyed in Greece and are often combined with pasta or rice or eaten cold in simple summer salads. Cooking time is marinating time.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories Grains

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dry lentils
2 bay leaves
8 tablespoons olive oil
2 oranges, juice of
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 orange, peeled and cut into segments
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Place the lentils, bay leaves and 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are cooked. Drain in a colander and allow to cool.
Place cooled lentils in a serving bowl. Add the orange juice and remaining 6 tbsp of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Stir the mixture well and marinate for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Just before serving, mix in the sliced onion, orange segments, and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.2, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 215.7, Carbohydrate 54.9, Fiber 23.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 22.1

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