Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delightful Lentil, Beetroot, and Hazelnut Salad, artfully dressed in a zesty Ginger Dressing. This colorful and nutritious salad boasts a medley of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Lentils provide a hearty base, while tender beetroot and crunchy hazelnuts add a delightful contrast. The tangy ginger dressing, made with fresh ginger, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of honey, brings it all together, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and sour. With its vibrant presentation and irresistible taste, this salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Explore our recipe for this vibrant salad, along with variations such as a Lentil and Sweet Potato Salad with Tahini Dressing, a Beetroot and Goat Cheese Salad with Balsamic Dressing, and a Hazelnut and Arugula Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. Discover endless possibilities to create your own unique and delicious salad combinations.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
LENTIL, BEETROOT AND HAZELNUT SALAD
Amelia Freer's healthy winter salad mixes lentils, winter vegetables, nuts, herbs and a zingy ginger dressing for a nourishing vegan meal. Or, try this easy vegetarian lentil salad with roasted shallots and parsnips - a healthy way to use up leftover Christmas vegetables.
Provided by Amelia Freer
Categories Vegetarian burger recipes
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the lentils in a medium saucepan and cover with the filtered water. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until all the liquid has evaporated and the lentils are cooked with bite.
- Transfer the lentils to a large bowl and leave to cool, or rinse under cold water in a sieve to cool quickly.
- Once the lentils are cool, add the beetroot, spring onions, hazelnuts and herbs, then stir to combine.
- To make the dressing, put the ginger, mustard, oil and vinegar in a bowl and whizz with a stick blender. Season, then drizzle over the salad. Recipe from http://www.amazon.co.uk/Eat-Nourish-Glow-looking-healthier/dp/000757990X/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1415285560&sr=1-2 >Eat. Nourish. Glow by Amelia Freer (£16.99; HarperCollins)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406kcals, Fat 22.7g (2.8g saturated), Protein 17.5g, Carbohydrate 33.3g (4.2g sugars), Fiber 9.5g
LENTIL, BEETROOT AND HAZELNUT SALAD WITH A GINGER DRESSING
Provided by Amelia Freer
Categories Low Fat Kid-Friendly Dinner Lunch Lentil Beet Summer Healthy Vegan Hazelnut Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 2-3
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. For the lentils, put them in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil the reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid has evaporated and the lentils are not mushy and still with a bite.
- 2. As soon as the lentils are cooked transfer them to a large bowl and leave to cool.
- 3. Once the lentils are cool, add the beetroot, spring onions, hazelnuts and herbs and stir until everything is combined.
- 4. For the dressing, put the ginger, mustard, oil and vinegar in a bowl and, using a hand-held blender, blend until combined.
- 5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve.
BEET AND LENTIL SALAD WITH CHEDDAR
This salad is a party of sweet, earthy and salty flavors. Store-bought, vacuum-packed beets are called for here, which are not only convenient, but have a mellow fruitiness and a tender texture that is ideal in salads. (If you have fresh beets, and have the time to roast them, you can use those instead.) Beets naturally pair well with sharp and tangy ingredients, and while goat cheese may be a more common accompaniment, crumbly aged Cheddar offsets the sweetness of the beets and the apple cider dressing (though any sharp Cheddar works). French green lentils offer a nutty, peppery, almost mineral-like flavor and are perfect for salads because they hold their shape well, though if you only have brown lentils, that's just fine. (They cook slightly faster, so adjust the cook time accordingly.) Finally, there's no shame in opting for canned lentils.
Provided by Hetty McKinnon
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, beans, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the salad: In a medium pot, add the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water. Season with salt and bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until just tender. (The lentils should still have some bite). Drain in a colander and stir to break up and evenly distribute the garlic. Let the lentils cool slightly.
- While the lentils cook, prepare the vinaigrette: In a large serving bowl, whisk the garlic, vinegar, oil, maple syrup and mustard with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Add the warm lentils to the serving bowl, then add the arugula, herbs and beets. Season with salt and black pepper and toss. Add the Cheddar and toss gently, but don't overdo it because you don't want the cheese to turn crimson from the beets. To serve, top with hazelnuts.
BEETROOT, LENTIL, CELERIAC & HAZELNUT SALAD
A lovely, wintry salad using fresh, seasonal ingredients that you can serve warm or cold. Bright beetroot, crunchy hazelnuts and a punchy mustard dressing
Provided by Diana Henry
Categories Lunch, Starter
Time 2h20m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Scrub the beets but don't peel them. Put them in a roasting tin lined with plenty of foil, drizzle with olive oil and season. Pull the foil around them to make a kind of tent (don't wrap the beets tightly) and seal the edges. Bake for 1-2 hrs until completely tender right through - the time will depend on the size of the beets.
- To make the dressing, combine the vinegar and mustard in a jug, then season. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk until amalgamated.
- Put the lentils in a pan with the stock, bay and thyme. Bring to the boil, then turn down to a very gentle simmer. Cook for 12-15 mins until the lentils are just tender. The stock will be absorbed as the lentils cook (if this happens before the lentils are ready, just add some boiling water). Drain the lentils (if there is any liquid left) and set aside.
- Fill a bowl with water and add the lemon juice. Peel the celeriac and cut it into matchsticks, dropping them into the acidulated water to stop the flesh discolouring. Steam or boil the celeriac until just tender.
- Peel the cooked beets and cut the flesh into small wedges or matchsticks. Drain the celeriac and pat dry. Discard the bay and toss the lentils with the celeriac, hazelnuts, parsley and most of the dressing. Season to taste, then transfer to a serving dish. Season the beets and add them to the salad, spooning the rest of the dressing over the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
LENTIL SALAD WITH BEETS AND GINGER
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, lunch, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place lentils in a heavy saucepan, cover with cold water to a depth of one inch, bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes. Drain the lentils and set aside, covered.
- While the lentils are cooking, cut the beet tops down to within an inch of the bulbs. Place the beets in a saucepan, cover with water and simmer until they are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, peel and dice the beets, discarding the stems and roots.
- Heat the oil in a small skillet and add the ginger. Saute for a minute or so, then pour this oil over the drained lentils. Add the diced beets and fold them in.
- Beat the mustard and vinegar together and pour over the salad. Fold all the ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 312, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 286 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MUSTARDY BEETROOT & LENTIL SALAD
A rustic, healthy accompaniment to serve alongside main courses like sausages, roast chicken or lamb
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Side dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- If not using pre-cooked lentils, cook the lentils following pack instructions, drain and leave to cool. Meanwhile, combine the mustard, oil and some seasoning to make a dressing.
- Tip the lentils into a bowl, pour over the dressing and mix well. Stir through the beetroot, tarragon and some seasoning, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 21 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible.
- If you don't have time to cook the lentils from scratch, you can use canned lentils instead. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- To save time, you can roast the beets in advance. Just wrap them in foil and bake them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until they are tender.
- If you don't have hazelnuts on hand, you can use another type of nut, such as walnuts or almonds.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger in the dressing to your taste. If you like a spicy dressing, add more ginger. If you prefer a milder dressing, use less ginger.
Conclusion:
This lentil, beetroot, and hazelnut salad with a ginger dressing is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and the ginger dressing adds a nice spicy kick. If you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, this one is definitely worth a try.
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