Name: Lentil Salad with Feta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: Other

Jule’s Menu Verified

February 6, 2026

This quick lentil salad with feta, a creamy avocado-lime dressing, and crisp broccoli is a fresh, simple, and healthy go-to for busy weeknights and a flavorful side dish for barbecues. It comes together in minutes using pantry staples and fresh vegetables, making it perfect when you want something nourishing without much effort. The combination of hearty lentils, salty feta, and bright citrus keeps every bite balanced and satisfying.

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Lentil Salad with Feta

Jule’s Menu Verified

Ingredients

WarningMilk and 1 other allergen identified

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Instructions

Wash the broccoli, remove the leaves, and cut the sprouts into bite-sized pieces, depending on their thickness and length. Heat a pan on the stove, add the broccoli along with 60ml (4 tbsp) of water, cover the pan, and cook over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes until it has a beautiful, vibrant green color and is soft but still has a bite.

Peel and pit the avocado. Mash the flesh in a shallow bowl or on a plate using a fork. Mix in the yogurt and season with the juice of half a lime and salt.

Meanwhile, place the lentils in a colander, rinse thoroughly, and shake dry. Wash the tomatoes and parsley, halve the tomatoes, and roughly chop the parsley.

Place the lentils, tomatoes, parsley, and broccoli in a bowl. Crumble the feta over the top with your hands, add the avocado cream, and mix well. Season with salt, pepper, chili, and the remaining lime juice.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Lentil Perfection 🫘
Rinse brown lentils thoroughly and cook them in salted water with a bay leaf to enhance their natural flavor and prevent mushiness.
Avocado Dressing Hack 🥑
Blend the avocado with Greek yogurt and lime juice immediately before serving to prevent browning and maintain a vibrant, creamy texture.
Broccoli Crunch Technique 🥦
Quickly blanch sprouting broccoli in boiling water for 30-45 seconds, then immediately shock in ice water to retain its bright green color and crisp texture.
Feta Flavor Maximization 🧀
Crumble feta just before serving and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to develop a more pronounced, creamy flavor profile.
Salad Assembly Strategy 🥗
Layer ingredients from heaviest to lightest - lentils first, then vegetables, then cheese and herbs - to prevent soggy ingredients and maintain textural integrity.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.