Lamb and Cheese Layered Salad
A hearty layered salad with seasoned ground lamb, fluffy yellow rice, fresh greens, and a creamy cheese topping. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 cup yellow rice
- 4 cups mixed greens
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Cook the 1 cup yellow rice according to package directions until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground lamb and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Stir 1 tsp ground cumin and 0.5 tsp salt into the lamb. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix 0.5 cup plain yogurt with 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese until well combined.
- 5
To serve, layer 4 cups mixed greens in a large bowl or platter. Top with the cooked rice, then the seasoned lamb.
- 6
Dollop the yogurt-feta mixture over the top. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Medium saucepan
- Small bowl
- Large serving platter
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