Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Lemon and Fresh Herbs
I remember visiting a small farm in Greece and being inspired by the simplicity of their ingredients. This salad captures that essence – fresh, wholesome, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. It reminds me of summer days spent with family, enjoying simple, delicious food.
13Ingredients
- 2 cups Green or Brown Lentils(Cooked)
- 1 medium Cucumber(Diced)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper(Diced)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes(Halved)
- ½ medium Red Onion(Finely chopped)
- ½ cup Kalamata Olives(Pitted and halved)
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley(Chopped)
- ¼ cup Fresh Mint(Chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)
- 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic(Minced)
- ½ teaspoon Salt(To taste)
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper(To taste)
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently to combine.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and mint. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve immediately or chill for later. The flavors meld together beautifully as it sits.
Chef's Tip
Chef's tip: To enhance the lemon flavor, lightly zest the lemon before juicing it and add the zest to the dressing.
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Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Lemon and Fresh Herbs
Ingredients
- 2 cups Green or Brown Lentils (Cooked)
Vegetables
- 1 medium Cucumber (Diced)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (Diced)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)
- 0.5 medium Red Onion (Finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives (Pitted and halved)
Herbs
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
- 0.25 cup Fresh Mint (Chopped)
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 clove Garlic (Minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (To taste)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (To taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and Kalamata olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and mint. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for later. The flavors meld together beautifully as it sits.
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