Refreshing Lentil Salad
Refreshing Lentil Salad pairs tender lentils with juicy tomatoes, briny black olives, and crisp vegetables for a bright, tangy bite. Fresh cilantro, garlic, lemon zest, and a hint of chile bring lively flavor, while a drizzle of olive oil adds richness. Serve chilled with hard-cooked egg halves for a satisfying lunch, picnic side, or light dinner.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
- 2
While stirring constantly, pour the lentils into the boiling water.
- 3
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender but still keep their shape, about 30 minutes.
- 4
Drain well.
- 5
Transfer the lentils to a mixing bowl and stir in the garlic, seeded tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, and chile pepper.
- 6
Add the juice of 1 lemon and 1 teaspoon of the zest.
- 7
Mix in the shredded carrot, olives, and cilantro.
- 8
Season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil; mix well.
- 9
Refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors blend.
- 10
Before serving, toss the salad again and add more lemon juice or olive oil if needed.
- 11
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sliced eggs.
- Calories 456.15 kcal High
- Protein 13.26 g Good Source
- Carbs 55.53 g Moderate
- Total Fat 23.58 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.12 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 94.26 mg High
- Sodium 482.79 mg High
- Fiber 17.72 g Good Source
- Sugar 20.71 g High
- Added Sugar 10.26 g High
- Calcium 92.86 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.97 mg Good Source
- Potassium 740.15 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 1731.45 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 30.54 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.24 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Refreshing Lentil Salad is a Lebanese side dish recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Olives, Dried Lemon Peel, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 456.15 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Refreshing Lentil Salad?
- It is a Lebanese salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Refreshing Lentil Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Olives, Dried Lemon Peel, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Refreshing Lentil Salad?
- About 55 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 456.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Refreshing Lentil Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 11 steps.
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