COLORFUL LENTIL SALAD
Our taste testers loved the refreshing colors and taste of this versatile salad from Martha Pollock. "I like it because it's different and healthy," she says from Oregonia, Ohio.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 5 cups water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place lentils in a large bowl; cool. , Meanwhile, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, sugar, basil, oregano, garlic, pepper and remaining water; shake well. , Add the cucumber, carrot, red pepper, onion and cilantro to lentils; toss to combine. Add dressing; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Ajma Maseed
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful lentils and the sweet dressing.
Nejc Bencic
[email protected]This salad is very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add some chopped avocado or crumbled tofu for extra protein.
Cynthia Kams
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a can of lentils in my pantry, so it's easy to whip up this salad whenever I need a quick and healthy meal.
Bazz Khan
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so healthy and delicious. I always feel good about eating it.
anelisiwe zimkita
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it for lunch one day and it was still delicious the next day. It's also very portable, so it's perfect for taking to work or school.
Sbusiso Mdluli
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentil salads, but this one was really good! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the dressing was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Joash Reddy
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I highly recommend it!
Abdulrahman Mohammed
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and dressing. It's the perfect salad for a quick and healthy meal.
Moazzam Malik 47
[email protected]I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The lentils were tender and the vegetables were crisp. The dressing was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Roxana Taulbee
[email protected]This is the best lentil salad I've ever had! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the dressing is so flavorful. I love the addition of the feta cheese and walnuts. This salad is definitely a keeper!
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[email protected]This colorful lentil salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the vibrant colors and the delicious flavors. I especially appreciated how easy it was to make. I will definitely be making this again soon!