Simple Lentil Salad
A straightforward recipe for a healthy lentil salad.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown or green lentils
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water.
- Combine lentils and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water.
- While lentils cook, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the warm drained lentils, red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and parsley.
- Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve warm or chill before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute red wine vinegar for lemon juice if you prefer a different tang.
- For added flavor, add 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese before serving.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 15
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 0