Warm Greek Style Rice Salad Recipes

Steps:

• Cook rice till tender.
• Drain and rinse under hot water.
• Drain again.
• Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, mustard, salt and pepper.
• Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, feta, cheese, capers and parsley.
• Stir to coat.
• Toss along with the rice in a large bowl.
• Garnish individual servings with feta cheese and diced cucumbers.

Steps:

• Mix the garlic with 2 tsp of the oil, the lemon zest and 1 tsp juice, lots of black pepper, and ½ tsp oregano in a large bowl. Tip in the pork and mix so the meat is well coated. Set aside to marinate for 30 mins if you have time.
• Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non-stick pan. Add the chopped onion, cover and cook for 5 mins, then remove the lid and stir in the rice, dried mint and bouillon. Pour in 300ml boiling water. Cover and cook for 30-35 mins until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Stir in the dill and a squeeze of lemon juice.
• Meanwhile, heat the grill to high or light your barbecue. Thread the pork onto two skewers. Mix the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and olives in a bowl with the remaining oregano, vinegar, remaining oil and a squeeze of lemon. Pile onto plates and top with the feta.
• Grill the souvlaki for about 4 mins each side until they are cooked, but still juicy. Serve with the salad and rice.

Steps:

• Cook the rice in the hot water, simmering over a low heat in a covered pan for around 20 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed.
• When the rice is fully cooked, remove from the heat and allow to cool, for about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette- in a bowl, beat the olive oil and red wine vinegar until they are completely blended. Add the ground oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
• When the rice is cool, add the cubed feta, black olives, cucumber and vinaigrette.
• Stir to mix and put in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to blend.