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Lamb Salad with Tzatziki Dressing

Made by Anastasia Papapetros - Serves 4 Filed Under: Dinner Salads, High Protein Salads, Low Carb Salads, Salad Index, Salad Recipes By Ingredient, Salads by Diet, Salads by Season, Summer Salads

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Our lamb salad is bursting with flavours, this Mediterranean-inspired delight is a harmonious combination of tender lamb, crisp vegetables, and a tangy tzatziki dressing.

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LAMB SALAD WITH TZATZIKI DRESSING IN PORTRAIT

Whether you're looking for a light and healthy meal or a crowd-pleasing option for a gathering, this lamb salad is sure to leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

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  1. Ingredients and Substitutions
  2. How to Make This Salad
  3.  Serving Suggestions 🍽
  4. Tips and Questions
  5. Looking for More Main Meal Salads?
  6. Recipe Card

Ingredients and Substitutions

  • Lamb - we have used lamb fillets because they are tender, cook quickly, and look good cut into rounds. You may use any cut of lamb you prefer and dice it up instead. This is also an excellent salad to make with leftovers from a lamb roast. 
  • Oregano, olive oil, and lemon - classic Greek flavourings used to marinate the meat and in the dressing. Try and find Greek oregano from Greek Deli as it is so much more flavourful. 
  • Tomatoes - we have used Roma tomatoes because they are thicker-skinned and hold up better in this salad. Any thick-skinned tomatoes would also be great, try whole cherry tomatoes or heirloom Black Russian tomatoes. If you plan on making and then eating this salad straight away, then any tomato variety will do. 
  • Tzatziki dressing made with Greek yoghurt, garlic, lemon and olive oil. This creamy, tangy dressing brings this salad together.
  • Romaine Lettuce - this is a sturdy leafy green that we have used as a base and to add bulk. Try kale, iceberg or arugula instead.
  • Cucumbers- Persian or Lebanese for crunch and because they are seedless 
  • Yellow pepper - for sunny colour, crunch and sweetness feel free to use red bell peppers 
  • Mint - for its pleasant refreshing aroma try some dill if you prefer.
INGREDIENTS TO MAKE LAMB SALAD WITH TZATZIKI DRESSING

How to Make This Salad

This is a layered style salad as opposed to a tossed salad with the dressing served on the side. I will usually allow people to help themselves to the salad and drizzle as much dressing as they like on top.

Step 1 - Marinate the Lamb

Place the lamb strips in a container add the oil, zest, oregano and season with some sea salt and cracked back pepper and mix to combine.

Keep covered while you prepare the vegetables for the salad.

Just keep them in a cool place but not in the fridge as adding cold fillets to a hot pan lowers the temperature in the pan and you will not be able to get a good sear on the fillets. 

MIXING LAMB WITH ZEST, OIL & SPICES TO MARINATE

Step 2 - Prepare the Veggies

Wash all the vegetables and pat dry with a clean towel.

Cut off the lettuce core and remove any damaged outer leaves then shred.

SHREDDING WASHED LETTUCE ON A WOODEN CHOPPING BOARD WITH A KNIFE

Place on the bottom of your salad bowl.

ADDING SHREDDED LETTUCE TO SALAD BOWL

Remove the tomato core and bottoms, slice in half lengthwise, then slice horizontally into half-moons.

SLICING PLUM/ROMA TOMATOES HORIZONTALLY

Arrange on top of the lettuce and season with a sprinkling of salt.

ADD ROMA/PLUM TOMATOES ON TOP OF LETTUCE IN BOWL

Trim the tops and bottoms of the cucumber and cut into rounds.

SLICING CUCUMBERS INTO ROUNDS

Place them on top of the tomatoes.

ADDING CUCUMBER ROUNDS TO SALAD BOWL

Slice your peppers in half, remove the core and seeds, cut it in half again and slice into small 1-inch/2.5cm strips.

CUTTING YELLOW PEPPER INTO STRIPS

Add the capsicum strips to your bowl. 

ADDING SLICED PEPPER TO BOWL

Step 3 - Cook Lamb To Your Liking

Preheat a non-stick, frypan on medium to high heat.

Take your lamb strips and add them to your hot pan.

ADDING LAMB FILLETS TO A HOT PAN

Sear on each side for approximately 3 minutes.

TURNING LAMB FILLETS AFTER 3 MINUTES

Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the hot pan; the lamb absorbs the lemon flavour better this way. Remove to a plate and allow to rest for five minutes.

SQUEEZING LEMON JUICE ON LAMB IN FRYPANY

Step 4 - Blitz the Tzatziki Dressing

Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, season with sea salt and cracked black pepper.

BLITZED TZATZIKI DRESSING

Blitz to combine, taste and adjust seasonings according to your preferences.

Step 5 - Assemble the Lamb Salad

Once your lamb has rested, slice it into rounds.

SLICED LAMB AFTER RESTING

Then place it on top of the peppers.

ADDING LAMB TO SALAD BOWL

Add the mint leaves on top, and keep your salad chilled until you are ready to serve with the dressing on the side. Great with warm pita bread.

LAMB SALAD WITH TZATZIKI DRESSING IN LANDSCAPE
Some Additions and Variations to try... 

1. Add some feta cheese and olives with a pure olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing instead. 
2. If you don’t like to eat lamb, you can use chicken tenderloins instead. 
3. For a vegetarian twist, substitute the lamb with grilled halloumi cheese or marinated tofu to create a delightful alternative. 
4. Some red onions would go well in this salad as well but if you are going to use them add them just before serving as they will smell in your fridge.

 Serving Suggestions 🍽

Our Lamb Salad is a satisfying meal on its own but if you can also serve it as part of a buffet alongside:

  1. Grilled Chicken or Shrimp Skewers;
  2. Spanakopita:
  3. Lamb Kofta; or
  4. Grilled Halloumi Cheese.

Tips and Questions

Lamb Cooking Tips

Lamb fillet has virtually no fat or connective tissue making it the most tender cut of lamb. 

The key to cooking your lamb fillets perfectly is cooking them on high heat so that they you get a good sear on them. 

  • Allow the lamb fillets to come to room temperature before cooking, placing cold fillets in your pan will lower its temperature.
  • Preheat a heavy based pan until it is very hot so that the meat sizzles when you place it in your pan.
  • Cook it on one side until you see moisture beads forming this can take anywhere from 3 minutes to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of your fillet for medium-rare to medium. 
  • If you prefer your it well done then lower the heat to medium and cook it for a further 3-5 minutes. Again this will depending on the thickness of your fillets. 
  • Remove the fillets to a plate and allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. 

Can I Make It Ahead?

  • This salad can be made a day ahead and kept covered in your fridge without the dressing. 
  • Make the dressing 4-5 days in advance and keep covered in a container in the fridge, make sure to keep it in the cooler part of your refrigerator and not in the door. 

How to Meal-Prep for Lunches

An ideal salad for weekday lunches as it made with sturdy ingredients and is very satisfying.

Make up the salad in individual containers with the dressing in a separate container to pour over the salad just before eating.

How to Store Lamb Salad

This salad is still great if kept in the fridge even after a few days. Keep it in an air-tight container with the dressing kept separately.

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LAMB SALAD WITH TZATZIKI DRESSING IN LANDSCAPE

Lamb Salad with Tzatziki Dressing

Our lamb salad is loaded with Greek flavours and colourful vegetables. with our Tzatziki dressing adding a scrumptious creaminess to this dinner salad that is also very packable for your lunches. 
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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
* Times are an estimate and will depend on your skill level
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Capable Cooks, keto, low carb
Servings: 4 as a main
Calories: 726kcal
Author: Anastasia Papapetros
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Equipment
  • Salad Spinner
  • Non-stick frypan
  • Small Food Processor or High-Speed / Bullet Blender
Ingredients
For the lamb marinade
  • 500 grams lamb fillets (approximately 17.6 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon Greek oregano, dried
  • ¼ cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper
For the salad
  • ½ head cos/romaine lettuce (approximately 350 grams / 12.4 ounces)
  • 3 medium Roma tomatoes (approximately 300 grams / 10.6 ounces)
  • 1 large Lebanese cucumber (approximately 150 grams / 5.3 ounces)
  • 1 small yellow pepper/capsicum (approximately 170 grams / 6 ounces)
  • ¼ cup mint leaves (washed and dried for a garnish)
For the dressing
  • 1 cup tzatziki*
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
Metric - Imperial
Instructions
  • Place the lamb strips in a container add the oil, zest, oregano and season with some sea salt and cracked back pepper.
  • Keep covered while you prepare the vegetables for the salad. Just keep them in a cool place but not in the fridge as adding cold fillets to a hot pan lowers the temperature in the pan and you will not be able to get a good sear on the fillets.
  • Wash all the vegetables and pat dry with a clean towel.
  • Cut off the lettuce core and remove any damaged outer leaves then shred. Place on the bottom of your salad bowl.
  • Remove the tomato core and bottoms, slice in half lengthwise, then slice horizontally into half-moons. Arrange on top of the lettuce and season with a sprinkling of salt.
  • Trim the tops and bottoms of the cucumber and cut into rounds then place on top of the tomatoes.
  • Slice your peppers in half, remove the core and seeds, cut it in half again and slice into small 1 inch strips. Add to your bowl.
  • Preheat a non-stick, frypan on medium to high heat.
  • Take your lamb strips and add to your hot pan. Sear on each side for approximately 3 minutes. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the hot pan; the lamb absorbs the lemon flavour better this way. Remove to a plate and allow to rest for five minutes.
  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, season with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
  • Blitz to combine, taste and adjust seasonings according to your preferences.
  • Slice your lamb into rounds and place on top of the peppers, add the mint leaves on top, keep your salad chilled until you are ready to serve with the dressing on the side. Great with warm pita bread.

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Notes

  • Make your own  authentic tzatziki with our families recipe!
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Calories: 726kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 375mg | Potassium: 577mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1147IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 3mg
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Anastasia has been passionate about cooking since she was eight years old, and hasn't left the kitchen since! With over a decade of experience running her own coffee shop and catering business, Anastasia has developed a true love for salads - especially for family get-togethers and friends' functions. She's the go-to for bringing the perfect salad to any occasion!

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