Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon
Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon pairs tender red lentils with a burst of parsley, mint, and scallions for a fresh, citrusy bite. Juicy tomatoes and a silky olive oil–lemon dressing round out the flavors, making it light yet satisfying. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for lunch, picnics, or as a bright side at dinner.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 73 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 56
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring the vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan and add the drained lentils. Stir, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Simmer uncovered for 7 to 8 minutes; the lentils should be slightly undercooked. Drain and let cool for about 30 minutes.
- 2
Put the cooled lentils in a large mixing bowl and add the minced fresh parsley and mint. Add the white parts of the green onions, reserving the chopped greens for garnish. Add the tomatoes.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil with the zest and juice of a lemon. Stir to mix, then pour over the salad and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 4
Before serving, taste and add salt if desired. Garnish with the reserved chopped green tops of the green onions.
- Calories 97.49 kcal Low Source 5%
- Protein 2.95 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 9.01 g 3%
- Total Fat 6.61 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.92 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 35.11 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 4.66 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 1.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 45.56 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.69 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 190.83 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 65.92 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 28.22 mg Good Source 31%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon is made with 9 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Mint, Fresh Parsley, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 97.49 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon made of?
- The main ingredients are Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Mint, Fresh Parsley, Green Onion, Lemon. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 97.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon healthy?
- Herbed Red Lentil Salad with Lemon has an easyChef Pro health score of 58/100. Per serving, it provides 97.49 calories and 2.95 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. It contains Citrus, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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