Best 4 Lentil Salad With Tomato And Dill Recipes

**A Delightful Treat: Lentil Salad with Tomato and Dill**

Welcome to a culinary journey where flavors dance and textures blend harmoniously. Our lentil salad with tomato and dill is a vibrant and refreshing dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This delectable salad is not only a feast for the senses but also a powerhouse of nutrition, boasting an array of lentils, tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh herbs. The zesty dressing, made with lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of garlic, adds a delightful tang that perfectly complements the mild flavor of the lentils. Served chilled, this salad is a refreshing option for warm summer days or a delightful side dish for any occasion. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the simple steps of preparing this delicious lentil salad.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO AND LENTIL SALAD

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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup small green lentils
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
3/4 cup sliced scallions (use pale green and white parts only)
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1 ear fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Combine the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water in a large heavy pot. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer until the lentils are soft, about 15 minutes. Drain the lentils, discarding the garlic cloves, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until combined. Add the tomatoes, scallions, basil, dill, corn and cooled lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon zest and toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly incorporated.
Serve cold or at room temperature. This dish can be made 1 day ahead.

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES, DILL AND BASIL

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This salad improves with a day in the fridge! Adapted from the August issue of Gourmet magazine. I have added more vegetables.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 cup French lentils
1 lb tomatoes, cored and diced
6 green onions, trimmed and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, diced small
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped (or yellow)
1/4 cup fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh basil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or use balsamic vinegar)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch fresh black pepper

Steps:

Bring the water, table salt and lentils to boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.
Reduce the heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are fully cooked, about 20-30 minutes. Drain.
Meanwhile, combine all the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
Stir in the hot lentils and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 536.8, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 12.3

LENTIL SALAD

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Spoon this cool lentil salad, sent to us from Harriet Goldman of Great Neck, New York, over endive or another crisp lettuce such as romaine.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups brown lentils, rinsed
4 large eggs
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large cucumber, peeled, if desired, and diced (2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

In a small saucepan, cover lentils with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender but still holding their shape, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain well.
Meanwhile, place eggs in a small saucepan; cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; remove from heat and cover. Let stand 12 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Peel eggs; chop roughly.
In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Add lentils, cucumber, parsley, and onion; season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat with dressing. Let cool to room temperature, or serve chilled, topped with chopped eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 15 g, Protein 24 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND CHèRE

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Categories Salad Cheese Tomato Vegetarian Lunch Goat Cheese Legume Lentil Fall Chill Healthy Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup French green lentils (lentilles de Puy)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/3 cups diced seed peeled cucumber
2/3 cup diced seeded plum tomatoes
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large garlic clove, minced
6 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), chilled

Steps:

Cook lentils in medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well. Combine vinegar, shallot and mustard in large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add lentils. Let stand until cool.
Add cucumber, tomatoes, onion, dill, parsley and garlic to lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; chill 1 hour.
Crumble goat cheese over salad and mix gently to combine.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes. If you're using canned tomatoes, be sure to drain them well and rinse them before using.
If you don't have fresh dill, you can use dried dill. However, fresh dill will give the salad a more pronounced flavor.
You can add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumber, red onion, or bell pepper.
If you want a more flavorful salad, you can add a tablespoon of minced garlic or a teaspoon of ground cumin to the dressing.
The salad can be served immediately or chilled for a few hours before serving. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This lentil salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy lentils. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals. The salad is also very versatile and can be served as a main course, a side dish, or a snack. So next time you're looking for a healthy and easy meal, give this lentil salad a try.