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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Salad

    Warm Lamb Salad

    Published: Jul 12, 2019 · Modified: Nov 30, 2021 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 23 Comments

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    * This is a sponsored post for Try Lamb *
    This tasty lamb salad has all the Mediterranean vibes, as it is bursting with olives, feta and sun-dried tomatoes all brought together with a simple balsamic dressing. All on a crisp bed of greens and topped with perfectly grilled lamb chops. A great salad to serve on a big platter for when entertaining guests.

    A large white plate of lamb salad next to bread and dips.

    This is a delicious and affordable salad that is perfect for summer and entertaining. Lamb is such a strong flavour, that a little bit goes a long way making it a great value meat - especially when it comes to a salad where it is the star of the show.

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients needed
    • Step by step
    • Why should you try it?
    • Health benefits of lamb
    • How to cook lamb
    • Salad dressing
    • How to adapt
    • FAQS
    • Extra tips
    • More lamb recipes
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    Ingredients needed

    • Lamb chops
    • Couscous
    • Salad leaves
    • Fresh herbs
    • Oil and vinegar
    • Garlic
    • Olives
    • Tomatoes
    • Cheese
    • Pine nuts

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    One: Put the lamb chops, 40g of the herbs, 2 cloves of crushed garlic, 2 tablespoon each of oil and balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper into a large dish. Mix well so the lamb is coated and put in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

    A baking dish containing marinating lamb chops.

    Two: Make the salad dressing by combining the remaining oil, vinegar, garlic and herbs.

    A small pink dish conatining an oil and herb based salad dressing.

    Three: Cook the couscous according to the instructions. When cooked, rinse in cold water and set aside.

    A saucepan containing couscous.

    Four: Dry heat a griddle pan over a medium heat. Place the marinated lamb chops in the pan and cook for 3 minutes each side.

    Five lamb chops frying in a griddle pan.

    Five: Place the salad leaves on a large platter and pour the dressing over. Evenly sprinkle the couscous over the leaves. Add the cherry tomatoes, olives and sliced strawberries.

    Two shot collage of dressed salad leaves then topped with couscous, tomateos, olives and strawberries.

    Six: Add the cooked lamb chops. Finish off by adding the sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta and pine nuts.

    Cooked lamb chops added to the salad, then crumbled feta, pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes.

    Why should you try it?

    • A new way to enjoy lamb
    • Ready in only 30 minutes
    • Easy to adapt with different salad items
    • High protein salad

    We love entertaining and cooking for friends, but we don't want to spend a fortune. Try Lamb challenged us to come up with a lamb recipe that was perfect for entertaining on a budget. Bulking dishes out with something cheaper like giant couscous is a good way to save money like we have done with this salad.

    As part of the Try Lamb, Love Lamb campaign, myself and a group of other bloggers are creating recipes that show how easy lamb is to incorporate in to family friendly meals. You can find out more by visiting the Try Lamb website and following them on Instagram and Facebook.

    Health benefits of lamb

    Salads are always a good opportunity to have a healthy and balanced meal and this definitely ticks those boxes. We started the salad with a base of mixed greens - spinach, watercress and rocket and then topped it with filling couscous, sun-dried tomatoes packed with healthy fats and then balsamic marinated lamb chops that have been griddled to perfection.

    Lamb is not only a rich source of protein, but it is also a great source of many vitamins and minerals, such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. You could make this even leaner by cooking the lamb under the grill too.

    We love fruit on salads too, so we added some strawberries as they compliment the lamb and strawberries and balsamic go so well together. It's also Wimbledon at the moment too, so we are all about the strawberries!

    a cooked lamb chop on top of salad, topped with feta and pine nuts.

    How to cook lamb

    There are many different ways you can cook lamb and serve it with this salad, but we grilled some lamb chops to perfection to serve on top of this salad as I think it makes a really beautiful salad, which is perfect for serving up on a big platter for guests to help themselves. That way little bits of lamb don't get lost in the salad.

    To cook the lamb chops, we marinated them in a mixture of olive oil, balsamic, garlic and a mixture of fresh herbs and then cooked them on a griddle pan for 3 minutes each side.

    This salad is also a good way to use up leftover lamb from a roast dinner - just shred it up and mix it in to this delicious salad.

    Salad dressing

    We went with a balsamic-based dressing. If you have never had lamb and balsamic together, you are missing out. The sweetness of the balsamic vinegar really compliments the lamb. We mixed that with a good glug of excellent quality olive oil, some salt and pepper and then a whole load of fresh herbs. This dressing is quite mint heavy, as mint and lamb are the perfect match.

    a large plate of salad topped with lamb chops.

    How to adapt

    We used giant couscous in this salad to make it a bit more filling, but you could use any grain like rice, quinoa or pearl barley or even roast some new potatoes to mix through the salad. Roasted sweet potato and butternut squash work well too.

    You can also swap any of the salad ingredients for your favourite ones, or whatever you have left in your salad draw that needs using up. You don't want anything too overpowering, as the lamb should really be the star of the show here, but anything that would compliment it. A salad should have a good mixture of textures and plenty of crunch.

    Some of our favourite toppings for this salad other times we have made it include chopped walnuts, grilled halloumi, pomegranate, apricots, grilled peaches, chickpeas (try our roasted chickpeas)and sunflower seeds.

    FAQS

    How to store a lamb salad?

    If you have leftovers of this lamb salad, then it will store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. It is best not to dress the salad until just before you are going to eat it, as it will get soggy.

    What else can you use instead of lamb?

    It of course wouldn't be a lamb salad without the lamb. But if you wanted to try something a little different, you could use boneless and skinless chicken thighs instead of lamb.

    Extra tips

    • After the lamb has finished cooking, deglaze the pan with some red wine vinegar. Allow to reduce and then use this as an extra dressing.
    • You can also swap any of the salad ingredients for your favourite ones, or whatever you have left in your salad draw that needs using up.
    • Use good quality oil and balsamic for the dressing as you can really taste the difference.
    • We used lamb chops but you can use diced lamb or even leftover roast lamb.

    More lamb recipes

    • Slow Cooked Lamb with USA Wild Rice Salad
    • Greek Lamb Souvlaki
    • Lamb Keema
    • Baked Lamb Chops

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    Recipe

    Warm Lamb Salad on a large white serving platter.

    Warm Lamb Salad

    This tasty lamb salad has all the Mediterranean vibes, as it is bursting with olives, feta, sun-dried tomatoes and a simple balsamic dressing.
    5 from 20 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Main Course, Salad
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 4 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Marinating time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
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    Servings: 5 people
    Calories: 497kcal
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    Ingredients

    UK Metric Measures - US Customary Measures
    • 800 g lamb chops
    • 60 g couscous
    • 100 g mixed salad leaves (we used spinach, rocket and watercress)
    • 50 g mixed fresh herbs finely chopped (we used rosemary, parsley and mint)
    • 4 tablespoon olive oil
    • 4 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 5 garlic cloves crushed
    • 1 pinch sea salt and black pepper
    • 50 g olives
    • 70 g sun-dried tomatoes
    • 30 g feta cheese crumbled
    • 20 g toasted pine nuts
    • 4 strawberries hulled and sliced
    • 10 cherry tomatoes halved
    • tzatziki (to serve)
    • hummus (to serve)
    • pitta bread (to serve)

    Instructions

    • Put the lamb chops, 40g of the herbs, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoon each of oil and balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper into a large dish. Mix well so the lamb is coated and put in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
    • Make the salad dressing by combining the remaining oil, vinegar, garlic and herbs.
    • Cook the couscous according to the instructions. When cooked, rinse in cold water and set aside.
    • Dry heat a griddle pan over a medium heat. Place the marinated lamb chops in the pan and cook for 3 minutes each side.
    • Place the salad leaves on a large platter and pour the dressing over.
    • Evenly sprinkle the couscous over the leaves.
    • Add the cherry tomatoes, olives and sliced strawberries.
    • Add the cooked lamb.
    • Finish off by adding the sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta and pine nuts.

    Notes

    • After the lamb has finished cooking, deglaze the pan with some red wine vinegar. Allow to reduce and then use this as an extra dressing.
    • You can also swap any of the salad ingredients for your favourite ones, or whatever you have left in your salad draw that needs using up.
    • Use good quality oil and balsamic for the dressing as you can really taste the difference.
    • We used lamb chops but you can use diced lamb or even leftover roast lamb.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 497kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 378mg | Potassium: 1233mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1425IU | Vitamin C: 37.8mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 6.5mg
    Have you tried this recipe?Mention @hungryhealthyhappy on Instagram and tag #hungryhealthyhappy!
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Amy | The Cook Report

      August 09, 2019 at 10:46 am

      5 stars
      I love the sound of this and that lamb looks perfectly crispy

      Reply
    2. Heidy L. McCallum

      July 25, 2019 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      I made this and everyone went nuts over the wonderful flavor combo. I loved it so much I am making it again this coming week. Saving so I don't misplace the recipe.

      Reply
      • Dannii

        July 27, 2019 at 2:59 pm

        We are so glad that everyone enjoyed it :)

        Reply
    3. Andrea Metlika

      July 15, 2019 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      Wow! I never thought of lamb for a salad. The couscous, sun dried tomatoes, feta and the balsamic, are all fantastic.

      Reply
    4. Kelly Anthony

      July 14, 2019 at 10:47 pm

      5 stars
      My family loves lamb so much that they would eat it weekly if it wasn't so expensive. I can't wait to check out the instagram page so I can start making lamb more often!

      Reply
    5. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      July 14, 2019 at 10:37 pm

      5 stars
      This dish looks SO deliciously good. I wish I could eat that right now!

      Reply
    6. Michelle

      July 14, 2019 at 9:50 pm

      5 stars
      I love lamb and am always looking for new recipes to try. This looks absolutely delicious and fresh, I can't wait to try it

      Reply
    7. Julie

      July 14, 2019 at 8:36 pm

      What a flavorful meal that would be. I can see serving it at parties in the winter. Love the hummus too.

      Reply
    8. Tommy

      July 14, 2019 at 7:46 pm

      Balsamic lamb and strawberries sound amazing together.

      Reply
    9. kim

      July 14, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      What a fabulous dinner recipe for the summer! Loving all of the flavor packed into this beautiful meal!

      Reply
    10. Jeannette (Jay Joy)

      July 14, 2019 at 10:57 am

      5 stars
      I am so happy you shared a lamb salad. It is so true that lamb is actually healthy with protein and minerals that are better than other meats. I also could use to learn to entertain on a budget.

      Reply
    11. Adrianne

      July 14, 2019 at 10:55 am

      5 stars
      I wish I was having this for dinner!! Yep, ok, I will put it on my list, yum. I love how original it sounds plus the pine nuts are a perfect touch!

      Reply
    12. Veena Azmanov

      July 14, 2019 at 8:40 am

      5 stars
      Lamb Salad sounds interesting and unique. This salad looks awesome, colorful and flavorful.

      Reply
    13. Natalie

      July 14, 2019 at 7:25 am

      5 stars
      Looks so delicious! I love salads that make a whole balanced meal!

      Reply
    14. Polly

      July 14, 2019 at 7:19 am

      I’m adding this to my meal plan and I’m going to use left over roast lamb like you suggest.

      Reply
    15. Marisa

      July 12, 2019 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      Love how this salad comes together. So cozy and satisfying!

      Reply
    16. Beth Neels

      July 12, 2019 at 3:24 pm

      5 stars
      Now that is an absolutely gorgeous, tasty salad! I would love to come for dinner! Yum!

      Reply
    17. Veena Azmanov

      July 12, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      This salad is a total meal. Amazing combinations and flavors. I love it.

      Reply
    18. Cliona

      July 12, 2019 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      This looks to die for! I love lamb but never think to put it in salad. Definitely one to try next time I'm cooking for a group this summer!

      Reply
    19. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog

      July 12, 2019 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this Mediterranean recipe is perfect for us, so glad I’ve found this post! We love feta, and the combination of greens with lamb and strawberries is so unique and just perfect for summer weekend. I’ll save in on pinterest for later. Thanks for sharing this awesome idea!

      Reply
    20. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog

      July 12, 2019 at 9:07 am

      Wow, this Mediterranean recipe is perfect for us, so glad I've found this post! We love feta, and the combination of greens with lamb and strawberries is so unique and just perfect for summer weekend. I'll save in on pinterest for later. Thanks for sharing this awesome idea!

      Reply
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