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    Greek Salad with Lemon Oregano Lentils

    Jul 21, 2014 · 21 Comments

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    As you wander through the days you listen to the many thoughts and simple tunes that run through your mind; be gentle and enjoy the songs.

    My Greek Salad is more than just a salad; it is a hearty summer meal with warm lemon lentils served between crisp lettuce leaves, then crumbled with Feta, fresh tomatoes and grilled veggies.

    It is simple, light, healthy and flavorful!

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    Greek Salad with Lemon Oregano Lentils

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    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x

    Ingredients

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    For the Lentils:

    • 1 cup lentils
    • 1 lemon – sliced into small chunks with skin
    • 1/2 cup Italian parsley – chopped
    • 3 cloves of garlic – chopped
    • 3 cloves of garlic – chopped
    • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/2 tsp. salt
    • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
    • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes

    For The Greek Salad:

    • 1 large head of Romaine lettuce – cleaned and ripped
    • 1/2 Spanish onion – sliced
    • 1/2 red onion – sliced
    • 1 cucumber – sliced
    • 2 long hot peppers
    • 1 vine ripe tomato – diced
    • 1 bell pepper – sliced thin
    • 1/4 cup of Italian parsley – chopped
    • 1 chunk of feta cheese
    • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
    • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
    • 1 tsp. salt

    For the Dressing:

    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • 1/4 cup of olive oil
    • Splash of water

    Instructions

    For the Lentils:

    1. Heat a heavy saucepan with the olive oil, garlic, parsley and lemon chunks. When the garlic is fragrant add the lentils, chicken broth and seasonings. Cover and let simmer on low until the lentils are softened and the chicken broth is absorbed. This should take 25 – 30 minutes.
    2. Remove the lemon pieces and set aside and let the lentils cool while preparing the salad.

    For The Greek Salad & Dressing:

    1. Combine the ingredients for the dressing and stir.
    2. Place the onion slices and the two long hot peppers in a small frying pan with a drizzle of olive oil; grill until the onions are golden on the edges and the peppers are soft.
    3. Cut the peppers into small pieces with or without the seeds. The seeds add extra heat to the salad.
    4. Plate the Romaine along with all the fixings for the salad and the seasonings. Top the salad with the lentils and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.

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    Enjoy with Love,
    Catherine
    xo

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    Comments

    1. Comedy Plus says

      21/07/2014 at 2:40 pm

      Salads and summer just go together. Yes they do and this one looks very good.

      Have a fabulous day Catherine. ♥♥♥

      Reply
    2. Kamila says

      21/07/2014 at 3:53 pm

      Ciekawy przepis i wspaniałe składniki;) Pozdrawiam
      Zapraszam http://www.naturalnemetody.blogspot.com

      Reply
    3. tedeternura.com says

      21/07/2014 at 8:52 pm

      Una ENSALADA DIVINA!! querida CATHERINE; queda anotada para prepararla en breve
      UN FUERTE ABRAZO :)))
      Conxita

      Reply
    4. Two Cottages and Tea says

      21/07/2014 at 8:59 pm

      Your recipe sounds and looks perfect for summer! Thank you so much for the recipe and also for the sweet comment on my blog. Have a wonderful evening!
      Nancy

      Reply
    5. Liz says

      22/07/2014 at 1:52 am

      Your salad looks magnificent! I’ve only recently discovered how much I adore lentils…and will save this recipe to make when the hubby is out of town. I’d make a huge batch and have it for both my lunch and dinners!

      Reply
    6. grazia says

      22/07/2014 at 6:52 am

      Grazie per la visita graditissima!!!
      Quante belle ricette saporite e golose nel tuo blog!
      Voglio provare a fare subito questa insalata perfetta per l’estate
      Love
      Grazia

      Reply
    7. Emma | Fork and Good says

      22/07/2014 at 1:48 pm

      I LOVE lentils. I am so making this, it looks fantastic!

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    8. Dottie Sauchelli Balin says

      22/07/2014 at 6:07 pm

      Dear Catherine, What a colorful and healthy dish you posted. I haven’t had lentils in a while. Usually I have lentils in the colder weather, but your recipe proves you can have this delicious dish even in the summer. This salad is filled with flavor and all healthy ingredients. Love this dish…Always enjoy salads especially in the summer and this one is on my list for sure. Thanks for sharing….Blessing dear friend! Dottie 🙂

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    9. Chaya says

      22/07/2014 at 6:49 pm

      I could happily make this for dinner. It has so much good stuff in it. The dressing sounds magical.

      Reply
    10. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

      23/07/2014 at 11:40 am

      This looks so great! Refreshing, light and perfect for summer. I added it to our Yuck Stops Here pinboard! I can’t wait to give it a try for myself.

      Reply
    11. Cheryl says

      23/07/2014 at 4:46 pm

      What a unique salad! Thanks for sharing this on The Yuck Stops Here, I’ll be adding it to my no-bake roundup! HUGS

      Reply
    12. Katherines Corner says

      24/07/2014 at 1:45 am

      This looks so delicious and full of flavors. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo

      Reply
    13. Couscous & Consciousness says

      25/07/2014 at 7:56 am

      I love a good Greek salad – one of my favourite summer dishes – but I never would have thought to add lentils. Great idea and I can’t wait to try it.

      Reply
    14. Michelle says

      27/07/2014 at 2:05 am

      Those lemon oregano lentils sound wonderful! Very creative to use in a salad.

      Reply
    15. Miz Helen says

      27/07/2014 at 2:55 pm

      I just love the Greek flavor in a salad. Your Greek Salad with Lemon Oregano Lentils looks delicious! Thanks so much for sharing it with Full Plate Thursday and come back soon!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    16. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

      28/07/2014 at 12:46 am

      Lentils add a nice touch Catherine! Thanks for sharing at foodie Friends Friday!

      Reply
    17. Swathi says

      28/07/2014 at 4:16 pm

      Catherine, this is perfect filling salad, love it to the core. Thanks for sharing with Hearth and Soul blog hop.

      Reply
    18. Miz Helen says

      31/07/2014 at 3:02 pm

      Congratulations!
      Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Enjoy your weekend and your new Red Plate!
      Come Back Soon,
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    19. Debbie says

      04/08/2014 at 8:00 am

      It was the oregano and lemon lentils that attracted me to click on your post. These sound good and I’ll definitely be giving them a go.

      Reply

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