Best 5 Lentil Salad With Fresh Favas Recipes

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**Lentil Salad with Fresh Favas: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors and Textures**

Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our enticing Lentil Salad with Fresh Favas recipe. This vibrant dish bursts with a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent lentils, tender favas, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing come together to create a satisfying and nutritious meal that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a refreshing side dish.

**Additional Recipe Options:**

1. **Lentil Soup with Roasted Vegetables:** Savor the warmth and comfort of this wholesome soup, where lentils simmer in a flavorful broth infused with roasted vegetables.

2. **Middle Eastern Lentil Salad:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this Middle Eastern-inspired lentil salad. Fragrant spices, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing elevate the lentils to a new level of deliciousness.

3. **Green Lentil Salad with Feta and Walnuts:** Delight in the vibrant hues and bold flavors of this green lentil salad. Feta cheese crumbles and crunchy walnuts add a delightful contrast to the tender lentils.

4. **Lentil Salad with Smoked Salmon and Dill:** Indulge in the luxurious combination of lentils, smoked salmon, and fresh dill. This sophisticated salad is a perfect appetizer or light lunch option.

5. **Indian Lentil Curry:** Experience the aromatic wonders of this Indian lentil curry. A blend of spices, coconut milk, and vegetables create a rich and flavorful sauce that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RED LENTIL SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS



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Tired of lettuce salads? Enjoy this light, fresh salad, inspired by classic tabbouleh flavors. Cook and drain red lentils, then add fresh herbs, scallions, and Roma tomatoes. Toss with a light dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice, garnish with scallion greens, and enjoy for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Bibi

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable stock
7 ounces red lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 cup minced fresh parsley
½ cup minced fresh mint
2 medium chopped green onions, white and green parts separated
2 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
salt to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan and add drained lentils. Stir and reduce to a simmer. Simmer uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes. Lentils will be slightly undercooked. Drain, and allow to cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Place cooled lentils in a large mixing bowl and add minced fresh parsley and mint. Add white parts of the green onions, reserving the chopped greens for the garnish. Add tomatoes.
  • Combine extra-virgin olive oil and zest and juice of a lemon in a small bowl. Stir to combine, then pour over the salad and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, before serving.
  • Before serving, taste and add salt, if desired. Garnish with reserved chopped green tops of green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 113.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH FRESH FAVAS



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Categories     Bean

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over
3 large garlic cloves, 2 of them crushed and left in the skin, 1 of them minced
1/2 onion, intact
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
1/2 teaspoon mild chili powder or Aleppo pepper
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 pound fresh fava beans, shelled and skinned
2 medium tomatoes, in season only, diced
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 bunch scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Place the lentils, whole crushed garlic cloves, onion half and bay leaf in a large, heavy saucepan and cover by 1 inch with water. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste, reduce the heat, cover and simmer until lentils are tender but still firm, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and allow the lentils to cool for 30 minutes. Remove and discard the onion. Remove the garlic cloves and squeeze the cooked garlic out of the skins and back into the lentils. Drain off any liquid remaining in the pot. 2. Transfer the lentils to a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, salt to taste, cumin, chili powder or Aleppo pepper, freshly ground pepper and olive oil. Toss with the lentils. Add the remaining ingredients and toss together. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

MEDITERRANEAN LENTIL SALAD WITH LEMON-THYME VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup lentils
5 cups water
1 tomato, cored and chopped
1/2 cup oil-cured black olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 stalks celery, trimmed, peeled and thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 large cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To make the salad, combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain, place in a large bowl and let cool. Toss the tomato, olives, feta and celery with the lentils.
  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic and thyme in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Whisk in the salt and pepper. Toss the vinaigrette with the salad and season to taste. Divide among 4 plates, garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1067 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

REFRESHING LENTIL SALAD



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I tried to duplicate this light, refreshing salad that my Tunisian in-laws make. I put my own 'twist' on this with the addition of lemon zest. Using colorful vegetables makes for a light salad with a beautiful presentation. Garnish with sliced hard-boiled eggs and serve with crusty baguettes.

Provided by TUNISIANSWIFE

Categories     Salad     Beans     Lentil Salad Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 cups water
salt
1 ¼ cups dry lentils
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 large roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 small green chile pepper, seeded and chopped
1 lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 small carrot, shredded
½ cup oil-cured black olives
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 hard-cooked eggs, cut in half lengthwise

Steps:

  • Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Pour the lentils into the water while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape, about 30 minutes. Drain well.
  • Transfer the lentils to a mixing bowl and stir in the garlic, seeded tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, and chile pepper. Add the juice of 1 lemon plus 1 teaspoon of the zest. Mix in the shredded carrot, olives, and cilantro.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil; mix well. Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Before serving, mix the salad again and add more lemon juice or olive oil if needed. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sliced eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 20.2 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 343.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH FRESH FAVAS



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Side     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegan

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup lentils, rinsed and picked over
3 large garlic cloves, 2 of them crushed and left in the skin, 1 of them minced
1/2 onion, intact
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
1/2 teaspoon mild chili powder or Aleppo pepper
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 pound fresh fava beans, shelled and skinned
2 medium tomatoes, in season only, diced
1/4 cup diced celery (or bok choy)
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 bunch scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Place the lentils, whole crushed garlic cloves, onion half and bay leaf in a large, heavy saucepan and cover by 1 inch with water. Bring to a boil, add salt to taste, reduce the heat, cover and simmer until lentils are tender but still firm, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, remove the lid and allow the lentils to cool for 30 minutes. Remove and discard the onion. Remove the garlic cloves and squeeze the cooked garlic out of the skins and back into the lentils. Drain off any liquid remaining in the pot. 2. Transfer the lentils to a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, salt to taste, cumin, chili powder or Aleppo pepper, freshly ground pepper and olive oil. Toss with the lentils. Add the remaining ingredients and toss together. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, young fava beans for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh fava beans, you can use frozen or canned beans, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • To blanch the fava beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the beans are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Once the beans are blanched, remove them from the ice water and peel them. To do this, pinch the bean at the seam and squeeze the bean out of its skin.
  • The lentil salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the lentil salad at room temperature or chilled.

Conclusion:

This lentil salad with fresh fava beans is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the fava beans are a good source of vitamins and minerals. The salad is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time. If you are looking for a tasty and nutritious salad, this lentil salad with fresh fava beans is a great option.

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