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Lentil Salad Delight

Lentil Salad Delight

Discover the vibrant flavors of Lentil Salad Delight, a healthy and easy-to-make dish perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrients and bold tastes, this recipe will become your new favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Sharp knife for chopping veggies
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl for the dressing
  • Whisk or fork for mixing the dressing

Method
 

  1. Rinse the lentils under cold water to remove any dirt.
  2. Pop the lentils into a pot of unsalted water and bring it to a boil.
  3. Cook for 20–25 minutes until they’re tender but not mushy, then drain and let them cool.
  4. While the lentils cook, chop the red onion, dice the carrot and bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  5. Toss the chopped veggies into a large bowl.
  6. Add the cooled lentils to the bowl of veggies.
  7. Sprinkle the feta and parsley on top.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  9. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a refreshing experience.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad stores beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors deepen over time, making it taste even better the next day.
If the salad dries out after storing, simply drizzle a little more olive oil or lemon juice before serving to refresh it.
Feel free to experiment with different herbs like mint or cilantro for a unique twist.
Avoid freezing this salad as the texture won't hold up well. If you're prepping for the week, divide it into individual portions for easy grab-and-go meals.
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