Greek Lamb Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and hearty Greek Lamb Salad, a perfect fusion of bold Mediterranean flavors and fresh, wholesome ingredients. Succulent, perfectly grilled lamb loin or leg steaks are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and garlic, then thinly sliced and served atop a colorful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and briny kalamata olives. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy contrast, while a simple yet flavorful dressing of red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey ties everything together. Quick to prepare and loaded with protein, this show-stopping salad is ideal for a light dinner or an impressive lunch, celebrating the fresh, aromatic tastes of Greece in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g lamb loin or leg steaks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp oregano (dried)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 150 g mixed salad greens
• 1 cucumber (sliced)
• 200 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 100 g feta cheese (crumbled)
• 50 g kalamata olives
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to make the lamb marinade.

Step 2

Add the lamb loin/leg steaks to the marinade, ensuring the meat is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

Step 3

Heat a grill pan or countertop grill to medium-high heat. Cook the lamb steaks for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (internal temperature of 63°C/145°F for medium-rare). Rest the meat for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, arrange the mixed greens, cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and kalamata olives.

Step 5

Prepare the dressing by whisking together red wine vinegar, remaining olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Top the salad with the sliced lamb and serve immediately. Enjoy your fresh and hearty Greek Lamb Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1195 grams (1195.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2400

Total Fat 195.60g	251%
Saturated Fat 73.30g	367%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 489mg	163%
Sodium 4680mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 33.90g	12%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 130.50g	261%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 731mg	56%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 2516mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 5.6%