Description
This Mediterranean Lentil Salad is a healthy, flexible dish featuring lentils, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for meal prep and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked lentils (Cooled)
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (Or chopped tomatoes)
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (Mint is a great substitute)
- 1/2 cup feta, crumbled (Optional but delicious)
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives (Optional, adds a salty bite)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Optional for balance)
- 1 clove garlic, grated or minced
- salt and black pepper (To taste)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook and cool the lentils according to package instructions.
- Chop your vegetables into small pieces for better mixing.
- In a small bowl, mix together the dressing made of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooled lentils with the chopped veggies and herbs.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and fold gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon, salt, or olive oil as needed.
Notes
For meal prep, keep herbs and feta separate until serving for optimal freshness. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
- Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean