Cypriot grain salad
Draw inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine with this Cypriot grain salad to add some interest to the side of any dish.
Cypriot grain salad
serves 2
for salad
1 cup cooked freekeh
1 cup tinned lentils
ÂĽ cup toasted pepitas
ÂĽ cup toasted sunflower seeds
â…“ cup raisins
½ cup chopped parsley
½ cup chopped coriander
2 tbsp olive oil
sea salt & cracked black pepper
for dressing
1 lemon, juice & rind, finely sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp capers
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to serve
100g Greek feta
4 pickled peppers
2 tbsp toasted pinenuts
1 tsp dried oregano
Mix all salad ingredients in a medium bowl and season to taste. Transfer to a serving plate and place the feta in the centre topped with pickled peppers. In a small bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad. Sprinkle with pine nuts and oregano before serving.
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This article first appeared in the January 2025 issue of SALIFE magazine.
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