
Greek Lamb Salad with Fresh Mint Dressing
4 servings
Preparation time: 15 minutes
3/4 pound cooked American Lamb leg or shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata or black olives, drained and sliced in half
1/3 cup prepared Balsamic salad dressing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
8 cups (7-ounce package) salad greens
5 thin slices red onion, made into rings
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup (2.65 ounces) coarsely crumbled feta cheese
In medium bowl, combine lamb, olives, salad dressing, and mint; allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
In large salad bowl, combine salad greens, red onions, cucumber and feta cheese. Add salad dressing mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition per serving: 289 calories, 28 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates, 14 g total fat (46% calories from fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 1 g fiber, 811 mg sodium, 6 mg niacin,
0.25 mg vitamin B6, 3 mcg vitamin B12, 2 mg iron, 5 mg zinc
Recipe and image provided by the American Lamb Board