Description
Enjoy a vibrant and healthy lentil salad packed with fresh veggies and zesty dressing, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water. In a pot, combine with three cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- While lentils cook, chop cherry tomatoes in half and dice cucumber and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Once lentils cool slightly, combine them in a large bowl with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, parsley, and dressing. Toss gently.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Consider adding seasonal veggies like bell peppers or proteins such as crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor. To elevate the dish, experiment with different dressings or herbs.