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Mediterranean Lentil Salad

Mediterranean Lentil Salad: Fresh, Protein-Packed Delight

This Mediterranean Lentil Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish that balances health and flavor, making it ideal for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Canned Lentils drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cucumber diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 small Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Mint chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin is best
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or agave for vegan option
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • colander
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the canned lentils under cold running water to remove excess sodium and let them drain.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumber, halving cherry tomatoes, and slicing red onion thinly. Chop parsley and mint.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, and salt. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
  4. Combine the drained lentils, diced vegetables, and dressing in a large mixing bowl and toss gently to coat.
  5. Fold in crumbled feta cheese gently to avoid it becoming mushy.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse canned lentils well, add feta at the end to preserve texture, chill for better flavor, and use uniform cuts for even presentation.

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