Spanish Lamb Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Spanish lamb salad is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something impressive but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, you'll have a stunning dish that feels fancy enough for guests yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner. The lamb provides wonderful protein to keep you satisfied, while the fresh vegetables and sherry vinegar dressing make it feel light and vibrant. Best of all, most of these ingredients are affordable staples you probably already have on hand, making this a budget friendly option that doesn't compromise on flavor.
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Ingredients
- 400 glamb(trimmed and diced)
- 1 piecered onion(thinly sliced)
- 1 piecered bell pepper(diced)
- 200 gcherry tomatoes(halved)
- 150 gcucumber(sliced)
- 100 mlolive oil(use extra virgin olive oil)
- 50 mlsherry vinegar(optional)
- 1 tspsmoked paprika(use sweet or smoked paprika)
- 1 tspsalt(use flaky sea salt)
- 1 tspblack pepper(use freshly ground black pepper)
- 237 mlfresh parsley(chopped)
- 100 gfeta cheese(crumbly)
- 2 piecegarlic(minced)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, sherry vinegar (if using), smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Adjust to taste
- 2
Add diced lamb, red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and garlic to the bowl.
Tip: Mix well
- 3
Stir in chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese.
Tip: Garnish with extra parsley if desired
- 4
Toss to combine and serve immediately.
Tip: Serve at room temperature or chilled
- 5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Tip: Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
- 6
Serve with crusty bread or over a bed of quinoa for a satisfying meal.
Tip: Enjoy!
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