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Mediterranean Lentil Salad


  • Author: Allison
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This vegan Mediterranean lentil salad takes full advantage of summer vegetables: tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and parsley. It’s very easy to make and is an excellent source of protein, fibre, and antioxidants. 


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups cooked French green lentils (from 2 cups dry lentils)
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked lentils, celery, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, olives, capers, and parsley in a large bowl.
  2. Add all of the dressing ingredients to a jar, secure the lid, and shake vigorously to combine. Pour the dressing over the lentils and vegetables. Toss to coat.
  3. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to enjoy.

Notes

To cook dry lentils, rinse the lentils through a fine sieve and place in a large pot. Cover with an inch or two of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, turn down heat to medium high and maintain a steady simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender but not falling apart, about 20 minutes. Drain, rinse, and proceed with the recipe. If you can’t find French green lentils, brown or black lentils also work.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish, Lunch, Supper
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keywords: Mediterranean lentil salad