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Fresh Lentil Salad

Fresh Lentil Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of this Fresh Lentil Salad recipe. Packed with veggies, feta, and a zesty dressing, it’s perfect for meal prep or summer gatherings. Try it today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g green lentils
  • 1 red onion finely chopped
  • 1 carrot diced into small cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 100 g cherry tomatoes halved
  • 50 g feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small whisk or fork for the dressing
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Rinse the lentils under cold water to remove any dust or debris.
  2. Place the lentils in a pot with unsalted water, bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until soft but still holding shape; drain and cool.
  3. While the lentils cook, chop the red onion, carrot, red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes; toss into a large bowl.
  4. Once lentils are cooled, add them to the bowl with veggies, sprinkle feta and parsley on top.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper, then pour over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite veggies, or replace feta with avocado or nutritional yeast for a vegan option. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to four days and is perfect for meal prep. Tip: Squeeze some lemon juice over the salad before serving for added brightness.
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