Greek-Style Lentil Salad

Greek-Style Lentil Salad

Looking for a wholesome, vibrant dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious? This Greek-Style Lentil Salad checks all the boxes. Made with hearty lentils, crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy vegan feta, it’s a refreshing twist on a Mediterranean classic—perfect for meal prep, picnics, or easy weeknight dinners.

Beyond the bold flavors, this salad is a nutritional powerhouse. Lentils are loaded with plant-based protein, iron, and fiber, helping to support steady energy and digestive health. The colorful mix of bell peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes delivers a burst of antioxidants and vitamins, while fresh mint aids in digestion and adds a cooling finish. Topped with vegan feta and a drizzle of vinaigrette, every bite is balanced, satisfying, and entirely dairy-free.

Make a batch, chill for 30 minutes, and you’ve got a feel-good, flavor-packed dish that serves 8 and keeps beautifully in the fridge. Healthy eating never tasted so good!

Recipe

Serves 8

16.9 oz. (480g) canned brown lentils, drained

6 oz. (170g) olives, sliced

12 cherry tomatoes, halved

2 bell peppers, diced

1 red onion, diced

1 cucumber, diced

handful fresh mint leaves, chopped

8 oz. (225g) vegan feta cheese, crumbled

4 fl oz. (120ml) vinaigrette (homemade or store bought)

How to Prepare

Add lentils, olives, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, cucumber, mint, and feta.



Toss gently with vinaigrette dressing. Chill for 30 minutes and serve.

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