Lentil Salad Recipe
lentils, red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, lemon, olive oil, salt, garlic
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Lentils
In a pot, add 1 cup of lentils and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the lentils are cooking, chop the red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley into small pieces.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooled lentils, chopped vegetables, and parsley.
- 4
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and minced garlic.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Pour the dressing over the lentil and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine.
- 6
Serve
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
