Description
This Easy Lentil Salad is packed with flavor and nutrients. With brown lentils, crisp vegetables, and a refreshing lemon dressing, it’s perfect for quick meals or side dishes. Enjoy its vibrant taste, simple preparation, and wholesome ingredients, making it a delightful addition to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dried brown lentils rinsed
- 5 cups water
- 1 low-sodium vegetable bouillon cube (optional)
- 1 English cucumber diced
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ cup parsley chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine lentils, water, and the optional bouillon cube. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, or until lentils are tender but firm. Drain and let cool.
- In a large salad bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, water, parsley, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Add diced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes to the dressing and mix well. Refrigerate while lentils cool.
- Once lentils are at room temperature, incorporate them into the salad bowl with the vegetables and dressing, mixing thoroughly to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the salad in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
This salad is great for meal prep; it holds up well in the fridge for a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg