Description
A nutritious and reliable salad made with lentils, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 cups water
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water and place them in a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled lentils, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until well coated. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
To enhance flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon and a pinch of salt just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg