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Lentil Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A vibrant and healthy lentil salad packed with fresh herbs, vegetables, and a tangy lemon dressing.

Ingredients

Lentils

  • 1 cup regular brown or green lentils
  • ¾ teaspoon fine salt, divided
  • 1 small bunch curly parsley, chopped (about ¾ cup)
  • ½ cup chopped roasted red or yellow bell peppers (jarred or homemade)
  • ½ cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onion (green and white parts)
  • ¼ cup pitted and sliced Kalamata olives
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste black pepper Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Boil lentils in water with ½ teaspoon salt for 13 minutes, then drain and cool.
  • In a bowl, combine parsley, peppers, tomatoes, green onions, olives, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper.
  • Add cooled lentils to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with remaining salt and pepper.

Notes

This salad keeps well for up to 5 days in the refrigerator, making it perfect for meal prep.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Lentils