**Feta Cheese Salad: A Delightful Assortment of Refreshing and Flavorful Recipes**
Welcome to the world of feta cheese salads, where freshness meets flavor in a symphony of culinary delight. This versatile ingredient lends its distinct tang and crumbly texture to a diverse collection of salads, each offering a unique taste experience. From the classic Greek salad with its vibrant medley of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and olives, to the innovative quinoa salad with roasted vegetables and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing, these recipes showcase the versatility of feta cheese in creating salads that are both satisfying and visually appealing. Whether you're seeking a light lunch option, a vibrant side dish, or a hearty main course, this culinary journey through feta cheese salads promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
I was trying to come up with a flavorful salad that did not need dressing.
Provided by pbutler
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Asparagus Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place asparagus in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil over asparagus and season with garlic powder; toss well. Transfer asparagus to a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Place lettuce in the same bowl used for asparagus; top with tomatoes, feta cheese, and asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 372 mg, Sugar 5 g
SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Besides the variations on the dressing, I added feta cheese to the salad. It was scrumptious! Even spinach haters ate it up! I made this for a party and there were a lot more servings as a buffet item than 8.
Provided by Leslie
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss strawberries, spinach, and feta cheese together in a large bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, brown sugar, white balsamic vinegar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and paprika together in a bowl; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 25.3 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 351.8 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
THREE BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
I had been looking for a bean salad recipe but couldn't find one that really stood out to me. I decided to make one myself. It turned out so well, all of my friends ask for the recipe!
Provided by MICAHGIBSON
Categories Salad Beans Three Bean Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix black beans, kidney beans, great northern beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, feta cheese, red onion, Greek seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; pour over bean mixture. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for about 2 hours for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 3 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
I found this salad on the web and made a couple of changes in it. This was the salad I made on our 25th wedding anniversary! Update: I submitted this recipe to Taste of Home Light & Tasty and it was published in the December/January 2008 issue.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine spinach, cranberries, green onion, sliced apple, grapes and walnuts in a large salad bowl.
- Whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over salad, sprinkle with Feta cheese and arrange on chilled salad plates.
ARUGULA AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Very easy salad to throw together and the taste is so refreshing.
Provided by acali07
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Arugula Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine arugula, strawberries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, almonds, feta cheese, and sea salt together in a bowl; toss until well combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 166.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND FETA CHEESE
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water, and put it in the refrigerator to chill.
- In a dry saute pan toast the walnuts over a medium-high flame until they are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set the walnuts aside to cool then chop them coarsely.
- In a large bowl, toss together the chilled pasta, walnuts, feta cheese, onion, and spinach. In a small bowl whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic and mustard. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
PEA SALAD WITH RADISHES AND FETA CHEESE
Provided by Molly Stevens
Categories Cheese Dairy Herb Vegetable Side Vegetarian Feta Pea Radish Spring Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and toast until aromatic and slightly darker, about 2 minutes. Cool; grind finely in spice mill. Whisk lime juice, honey, and cumin in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil; stir in dill. Season dressing with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature.
- Cook peas in pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 5 minutes for fresh (or about 2 minutes for frozen). Drain; rinse under cold water, then drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add radishes, feta, and dressing; toss. Season with salt and pepper. If using pea tendrils or sprouts, divide among bowls. Divide salad among bowls. Serve.
SIMPLE FETA CHEESE SALAD
This is a very simple, delicious salad! You can adjust all the recipe portions to suit your taste.
Provided by CSCASINO
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, onion, olive oil, and lemon juice. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 168.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
GREEK SALAD WITH COUSCOUS AND SPICY FETA CHEESE
This is a healthy vegetarian Greek recipe, that can be easily turned into vegan too if you replace the feta cheese with tofu.
Provided by BroChef TV
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over low heat. Add oregano and chili powder to the dry, hot skillet; cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and mix with olive oil. Pour over feta cheese and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Pour boiling water over the couscous and wrap it with plastic for 10 minutes.
- Stir cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, onion, black and green olives, 2 tablespoons oil, and garlic into the warm couscous.
- Mix oil, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce for the salad dressing together. Pour over salad.
- Plate marinated feta and serve dressed salad over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 666.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
PASTA SALAD WITH GARBANZO BEANS, TOMATOES AND FETA CHEESE
Steps:
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Drain again.
- Combine 1/4 cup mint, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and lemon peel in large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Add pasta, tomatoes, garbanzo beans and feta cheese. Toss to blend well. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared ahead. Let stand at room temperature 2 hours; or cover and refrigerate overnight, them let stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.)
- Mound salad on large shallow platter. Garnish with additional mint.
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
This green bean salad is a summer salad or side dish idea.
Provided by AHinojosa
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until toasted, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, about 10 minutes.
- While walnuts cool, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add green beans and cook, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again.
- Transfer green beans and walnuts to a mixing bowl and add feta, red onion, cranberries, salt, and pepper; gently toss together. Add balsamic dressing to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 709.5 mg, Sugar 11.7 g
CUCUMBER-DILL SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
I was surprised to see that, although quite a number of cucumber-dill recipes are available, nobody seems to have hit on the combination with feta cheese. Light and summery. Good for picknicks as well -- in that case bring the cheese separately and add just before serving. Good-quality olive oil is essential.
Provided by Is This Really Nece
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Half the cucumbers length-wise. Remove the seeds. Slice into thin ribbons. Put in strainer with some salt and allow to drain for about 10 mins (the salt will draw out some of the moisture from the cucumber). Slice the white part of the scallions thinly. Cut the green part into very thin slivers.
- Prepare a dressing from the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Mix the cucumber, scallions, dill, and dressing. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and add pepper to taste.
MARINATED FETA CHEESE SALAD
Provided by Jamie Oliver
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Remove the feta cheese from the pack and pat as dry as possible with kitchen towel. Press the flavors into it. Pack the cheese tightly into a jar and cover with olive oil. It will keep in the fridge for up to two months.
- Tips: Don't use bought dried herbs, instead make your own by drying leftover fresh herbs on a baking sheet. Leave them somewhere warm; e.g. on top of your boiler, washing machine, or oven and they will dry within a week. Or put them in the oven at 200 to 225 degrees for 1 hour.
- Uses: On a big plate, covered in fresh basil -- served with lots of other salads. As a cheese course, with crusty bread and fruit Don't throw away the oil -- use it in your dressing
GARBANZO BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Packed with flavor, fiber and healthy vitamins - this is a great salad to serve when you have a heavy main dish that needs a lighter compliment.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Drain one can of garbanzo beans. Chop all other vegetables and add to beans.
- Mix dressing ingredients together; toss with salad.
- Divide salad onto 4 plates; top each plate with 1/2 oz. crumbled feta to serve.
- If desired, you may also add a few Kalamata olives on top of each plate.
CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Delicious combination of veggies and feta with an Italian dressing! Great for a summer side dish on those hot, humid days!
Provided by Severslady
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, garlic and feta in a large plastic bowl with a lid. Prepare Italian dressing per package directions. Pour dressing over into bowl and stir to coat evenly. Salt and pepper to taste. Cover bowl with lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving, as salad is best when served cold. Enjoy! Variations of this salad are easily made by changing the type of cheese you use. I have also used crumbled Gorgonzola (when served with steak), shredded sharp cheddar (when served with burgers and hot dogs), and chopped fresh mozzarella (when served with lasagna), depending on the dinner I was serving with the salad.
GRILLED RATATOUILLE SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Categories Salad Cheese Onion Pepper Vegetable Appetizer Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Feta Eggplant Bell Pepper Zucchini Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 2 servings (can be doubled)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place eggplant, zucchini, red bell pepper and onion on baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper; turn to coat. Grill vegetables until tender and tinged with brown, turning frequently, about 6 minutes for eggplant and zucchini and about 10 minutes for red bell pepper and onion.
- Divide vegetables between 2 plates; drizzle with vinegar. Sprinkle cheese and basil over and serve.
FETA CHEESE, APPLE, AND SPICED PECAN SALAD
Make and share this Feta Cheese, Apple, and Spiced Pecan Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by breezermom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the pecans: Combine the butter, salt, cinnamon, ground red pepper, and a dash of hot sauce in a medium bowl. Add the pecans, stirring to coat.
- Spread in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 300 degrees for 15 minutes, stirring once. Cool completely on baking sheet on a wire rack.
- For the salad: Combine the lettuces, apple, cheese, and Spiced Pecans in a large bowl; toss gently, and set aside.
- For the dressing: Combine the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in a jar. Cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Pour dressing mixture over the lettuce mixture; toss gently. Serve immediately.
GREEK TOMATO SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE AND OLIVES
In Greek, this recipe is called Saláta Horiátiki! Try to use really good olive oil. Recipe is adapted from Whole Foods.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel cucumber and cut in half lengthwise. With a small spoon, scrape out seeds and discard, then cut cucumber into bite-size chunks.
- Place in a large bowl and combine with tomatoes, green pepper, onion, feta and olives.
- In a small bowl, combine oregano and vinegars and whisk in olive oil. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with remaining dressing on the side. May serve over lettuce greens if desired.
LENTIL SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
Make and share this Lentil Salad With Feta Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mizzy
Categories Lentil
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- cook lentils according to directions on bag, until tender (but not mushy).
- remove from heat and let cool at room temperature.
- Chop up all the vegetables, and crumble the feta.
- Combine all the salad ingredients together.
- In a small bowl prepare dressing by whisking all the ingredients together.
- Pour dressing over salad, mix well and chill for a couple of hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 33.7, Sodium 1022.1, Carbohydrate 48.9, Fiber 23.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 25.2
CHOPPED VEGGIE SALAD WITH WATERMELON AND FETA CHEESE
Provided by Rozanne Gold
Categories Salad Breakfast No-Cook Picnic Vegetarian Quick & Easy Yogurt Low Cal High Fiber Dinner Lunch Feta Watermelon Spring Summer Healthy Potluck Bon Appétit
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Toss first 5 ingredients and 2 tablespoons oil in large bowl. Add half each of cheese, green onions, and mint. Mix remaining cheese, green onions, mint, and oil in processor; add yogurt and oregano. Process just to blend (do not over-mix or dressing will get thin). Season dressing with salt and pepper; mix into salad.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the salad will be. Look for ripe, flavorful tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese.
- Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make the salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat. Try adding some chopped red onion, crumbled bacon, or sliced almonds.
- Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can make the salad soggy and bland.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the vegetables from wilting and the dressing from separating.
Conclusion:
Feta cheese salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up fresh summer vegetables, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a feta cheese salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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