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Lemony Lebanese Lentil Salad

Lemony Lebanese Lentil Salad: Fresh, Protein-Packed Delight

Lemony Lebanese Lentil Salad is a nutritious, protein-packed dish filled with colorful veggies and zesty lemon flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Lentils brown or French green for ideal texture
  • 1 cup Parsley finely chopped
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion diced, soak in dressing beforehand
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese crumbled, add just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Olive Oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 large Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt & Pepper personalize to your liking
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint or fresh for vibrant taste

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the lentils under cold water until clear, then boil in 4 cups of water for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. Drain the lentils and let cool for about 10 minutes, spreading on a plate for quicker cooling.
  3. Finely chop parsley, dice red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice cucumber, keeping them separate.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and dried mint in a bowl until combined.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled lentils with vegetables, drizzle dressing, and toss gently.
  6. Refrigerate salad for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Sprinkle feta cheese over salad just before serving. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This salad can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. It tastes even better as it sits, as flavors develop.

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