Description

This Easy Lentil Salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, featuring tender lentils, colorful vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for quick dinners or a healthy meal, it’s nutritious and satisfying for anyone seeking homemade goodness.

Ingredients

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2 cups dried brown lentils rinsed
5 cups water
1 low-sodium vegetable bouillon cube
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

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Instructions

In a medium pot, combine lentils, water, and bouillon cube if using. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes until lentils are tender yet firm. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, water, parsley, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Add diced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Toss to combine and refrigerate while lentils cool.
Once cooled, add lentils to the salad bowl with the vegetables and dressing. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Adjust seasoning to taste before serving, or chill for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding other fresh herbs like dill or cilantro.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on your preference or availability.
This salad is a great make-ahead dish that holds up well in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg