American Lamb Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Here's a recipe I absolutely love making when I want something fresh and satisfying in under an hour. This American lamb salad combines tender, protein packed lamb with crisp greens and tangy feta for a meal that's both wholesome and impressive. The beauty of this dish is how quickly it comes together, taking just forty five minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Lamb is fantastic because it's rich in iron and B vitamins, which help keep your energy levels up throughout the day. What I adore most is that it uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand, yet it tastes like something from a fancy restaurant. The bright lemon dressing ties everything together beautifully, and honestly, once you make it once, you'll find yourself coming back to it again and again.
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Ingredients
- 400lamb
- 200mixed greens
- 100red onion(diced)
- 150cucumber(sliced)
- 100feta cheese
- 50 mllemon juice
- 100 mlolive oil
- 20 gdijon mustard
- 10 gsalt
- 5 gblack pepper
- 20chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season the lamb with salt and black pepper.
Tip: Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- 2
While the lamb is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients by washing and drying the mixed greens, red onion, and cucumber. Crumbling the feta cheese into small pieces.
Tip: Use a mandoline to slice the cucumber thinly, if desired.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Tip: Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste, if desired.
- 4
Once the lamb is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to slice the lamb, if needed.
- 5
To assemble the salad, place a portion of mixed greens on a plate, then top with sliced lamb, red onion, cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese.
Tip: Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, if desired.
- 6
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Tip: This salad is best served immediately, as the flavors will meld together over time.
- 7
If desired, serve with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
Tip: This salad pairs well with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.
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