Description
Mediterranean Lentil Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your table. Bursting with fresh flavors, this salad features earthy lentils, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch, this salad is sure to impress family and friends with its colorful presentation and delightful taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 medium English cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water; boil in 3 cups salted water for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- While lentils cook, chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely dice red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils with chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and parsley.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; pour over the salad mixture.
- Season generously with salt and pepper; adjust to taste.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat gently if desired.