Lentil Salad
Vegan Lentil Salad with vibrant colors and fresh flavors.
Lentils are rich in protein and with the variety of crunchy vegetables, this salad is as healthy as it is appetizing.
The homemade olive oil and vinegar dressing gives it a perfect finishing touch.
4 people
Calories: 243kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/2 cup peeled and chopped carrots
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup vegan feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the dressing:
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the carrot, slice the celery, finely chop the red onion and slice the red bell pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt and pepper.
- Add lentils and vegetables, mix well.
- Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- You can serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for an hour to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
How to cook lentils?
Rinse the lentils and put them in a saucepan with the water or broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until tender but not too soft.
If the lentils absorb all the liquid and are not yet cooked, add a little more water.
How to store lentil salad?
This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for several days, making it an excellent option to prepare in advance.
Rinse the lentils and put them in a saucepan with the water or broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until tender but not too soft.
If the lentils absorb all the liquid and are not yet cooked, add a little more water.
How to store lentil salad?
This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for several days, making it an excellent option to prepare in advance.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 342mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3902IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg