Best 9 Roasted Vegetable Salad With Lentils Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our Roasted Vegetable Salad with Lentils, a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the taste buds. This wholesome salad combines the goodness of roasted vegetables, protein-packed lentils, and a zesty dressing, making it a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.

The symphony of roasted vegetables includes crisp bell peppers, tender broccoli florets, juicy carrots, and earthy sweet potatoes. These vibrant ingredients are roasted to perfection, enhancing their natural sweetness and caramelizing their edges for an irresistible smoky flavor.

Lentils, known for their earthy flavor and high protein content, provide a satisfying base for this salad. They are simmered in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic spices, resulting in tender lentils that soak up all the delicious flavors.

The salad is brought together with a tangy and herbaceous dressing made with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. This zesty dressing complements the roasted vegetables and lentils perfectly, adding a touch of acidity and brightness to balance the flavors.

Our Roasted Vegetable Salad with Lentils is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty side. It's perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a healthy snack. It's also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet and enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ROASTED VEGETABLE LENTIL SALAD



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This wonderful lentil salad is full of flavor but so simple to make. Roast the veggies, cook the lentils, mix and enjoy. This salad works well for food prep as the flavors are only better the next day. Enjoy anytime for a hearty, rustic, nourishing meal.

Provided by Deryn Macey

Categories     Main Dish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 white onion, sliced (approx. 2 cups chopped, 300 g)
4 carrots, chopped (approx. 3.5 cups chopped, 450 g)
2 zucchini, chopped in large chunks (approx. 4 cups chopped, 500 g)
1 medium sweet potato, cubed (approx. 3 heaping cups, 425 g)
1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 cup uncooked green or brown lentils
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth or water, for cooking lentils
4 tbsp hemp seeds, optional
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp pure maple syrup or raw honey
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Chop all the veggies and spread on baking trays in a single layer. You may need 2 or 3 trays depending on the size. Drizzle them with the 1 tsp of olive oil (if it's easier, add all the chopped veggies to a large bowl and toss with the oil and spices, then add to trays) and sprinkle over the rosemary and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Use your hands to mix them all up until they're well-coated.
  • Roast the veggies in the oven for 35-40 minutes until tender and browned.
  • While the veggies are roasting. Bring the broth or water to a boil on the stovetop then add the lentils, cover and reduce heat to a light simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender but not mushy.
  • Mix together the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup in a bowl or container.
  • Once the veggies and lentils are cooked, either add everything to a large bowl and toss to mix, or divide the lentils, roasted vegetables and hemp seeds between 4 bowls or containers and drizzle the balsamic sauce over each serving. I prefer to assemble individually to ensure even distribution.
  • Season with salt and pepper if desired and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 of recipe, Calories 417 calories, Sugar 21 g, Fat 6 g, Carbohydrate 76 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 19 g

LENTIL & ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butternut squash, brussels sprouts, red onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, green lentil, water, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, pepper

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups butternut squash, cubed
2 cups brussels sprouts, quartered
1 red onion, cut into wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 cup green lentil, rinsed
3 cups water, or vegetable broth
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Add butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and red onion to to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and use hands to mix until seasoning is fully distributed.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • In a medium saucepan, add lentils and water, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cover for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain excess water if necessary.
  • When vegetables are finished roasting, transfer to a mixing bowl and add lentils.
  • For the dressing, combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in liquid measuring cup and whisk until combined.
  • Pour dressing over lentils and vegetables and toss until fully coated.
  • Transfer lentil salad to two containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Carbohydrate 109 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 20 grams

ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH LENTILS



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Green lentils are delicate in flavor and hold their shape during cooking. Brown lentils can be used instead.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup dried green lentils
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 cups roasted vegetables (reserved from Pork Loin with Carrots, Fennel, and Lemons)
8 cups arugula, trimmed
4 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled (1 cup)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring lentils, garlic, and 2 cups water to a boil over high. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and let cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange roasted vegetables in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until warmed through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Arrange arugula on a platter and top with vegetables, lentils, and cheese. Drizzle with vinegar and oil and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES



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This lentil salad looks and tastes bright, thanks to a combination of tangerine juice, sherry vinegar and colorful caramelized roasted root vegetables. It works either as a main course, served with good bread and butter, or as side dish with roasted meat or fish. For the maximum visual impact, use both golden and red beets. Vegetarians can feel free to leave out the bacon. Leftovers will keep for at least five days, though try to pack it up without the radicchio, which gets soggy in the fridge.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 small whole acorn squash, peeled if desired, halved, seeded and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium celeriac, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 small beets, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 sprigs thyme
1 sprig rosemary, cut in half
4 slices (4 ounces) bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
2 cups brown or green lentils
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup sherry vinegar, more to taste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
2 heads radicchio, sliced
2 scallions, thinly sliced (whites and greens)
Parsley, roughly chopped, for garnish
Flaky sea salt, to taste
Cracked black pepper, to taste
1 tangerine, halved and seeded

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place vegetables in one layer on one or two large rimmed baking pans, toss with olive oil and salt. Place thyme and rosemary on top of vegetables, cover pans with foil and roast for 25 minutes. Remove foil, stir in bacon and bake for 30 to 40 minutes longer, until vegetables are tender and golden all over.
  • In a large pot, combine lentils, 6 cups water, garlic, bay leaf, salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and salt. Then whisk in olive oil.
  • Drain lentils and discard bay leaf; keep or discard garlic as you like. Toss lentils with half of the sherry vinaigrette while still warm. Add more salt, olive oil and vinegar as needed.
  • Toss radicchio with enough of remaining vinaigrette to lightly coat it and arrange it on a platter. Combine lentils and roasted vegetables, adding more of the vinaigrette to taste; spoon mixture on top of radicchio. Garnish with scallions, parsley, sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze tangerine juice over the lentils and drizzle with more olive oil if needed.

MEDITERRANEAN STYLE ROASTED RED PEPPER AND LENTIL SALAD



Mediterranean Style Roasted Red Pepper and Lentil Salad image

A perfect summer salad to share with friends and family over a picnic or for dinner. This whole food lentil salad recipe is super easy to make, plus it's vegan-friendly!

Provided by Pooja Mottl

Categories     Salad     Beans     Lentil Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ large red bell peppers, halved and seeded
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup French green lentils
3 cups cold water
1 pinch sea salt
1 small onion, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
2 carrots, peeled and finely diced
½ cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 small shallots, coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon sea salt
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Toss red pepper halves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place them on a baking sheet and roast until the peppers are very soft and crisp at the edges, about 20 minutes. Allow peppers to cool, then dice into 1/4-inch cubes. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine lentils and cold water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, add a pinch of salt, and simmer, covered, until the lentils are just tender to the bite, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and cool. Transfer cooled lentils to the mixing bowl.
  • Gently mix in the onion, celery, carrots, and parsley. Add 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Combine the Dijon mustard, chopped shallots, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and balsamic vinegar in a blender. Blend on High for 10 seconds. Gradually add olive oil and blend again until the dressing is fully emulsified and smooth. Pour 1/2 cup dressing over lentils and stir gently with a wooden spoon. Taste the salad and add remaining dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 673 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES



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A vegan main dish if made without bacon or with substitute bacon. Very colorful, and very tasty. From The New York Times, a Melissa Clark recipe. Serves 5 if used as a main dish. The densest vegetables, like carrots, acorn squash and turnips, could be roasted longer but exact timing is not very important.

Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h50m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 small acorn squash, peeled, seeded and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium celeriac or 2 small turnips, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 small beets, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 sprigs thyme
1 sprig rosemary, cut in half
4 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
2 cups brown lentils or 2 cups green lentils
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar, more to taste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 heads radicchio, sliced
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
parsley, roughly chopped, for garnish
flaky sea salt, to taste
1 tangerines or 1 small orange, halved and seeded

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place vegetables in one layer on 1 or 2 large rimmed baking pans, then toss with olive oil and salt. Place thyme and rosemary on top of vegetables, cover pans with foil and roast for 25 minutes. Remove foil, stir in bacon if using and back for 30 to 40 minutes or until vegetables are tender and golden all over.
  • Meanwhile, In a large pot, combine lentils, 6 cuts water, garlic, bay leaft, salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, until lentils are tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and salt. Then whisk in olive oil.
  • Drain lentils and discard bay leaf; keep or discard garlic as you like. Toss lentils with half the sherry vinaigrette while still warm. Add more salt, olive oil and vinegar as needed.
  • Toss radicchio with enough of remaining vinaigrette to lightly coat it and arrange it on a platter. Combine lentils and roasted vegetables, adding more vinaigrette to taste; spoon mixture on top of radicchio. Garnish with scallions, parsley, sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze tangerine or orange juice over the lentils and drizzle with more olive oil if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.9, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1234.2, Carbohydrate 63.8, Fiber 26.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 21.6

ROASTED VEGETABLE & LENTIL SALAD



Roasted Vegetable & Lentil Salad image

Light, fresh, and a complete meal in one bowl! I saw something similar at Trader Joe's in a demo, and decided to try it myself.

Provided by MissLinguist

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup lentils (regular, black, or puy are good)
water, for cooking lentils
1 yellow pepper
1 red pepper
1 zucchini or 1 yellow squash
1/2 onion
1 tablespoon olive oil, for roasting
1/3 cup lime juice (the juice of 1 lime)
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Cook the lentils: Rinse lentils and remove stones. Place in a pan, and add enough water to cover.
  • Bring water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 30 minutes.
  • Do NOT allow the lentils to rapidly boil for long. This will break the lentils, and you won't be able to drain them later. Also, do not use red lentils, as they will become mush.
  • When lentils are soft, remove from heat, drain, and refrigerate, until you are ready to assemble the salad.
  • Roast the vegetables: Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Chop vegetables, and toss them with olive oil. (Any vegetables that you like can be used, I provided a list as an example.).
  • Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  • Bake 20-30 minutes, until browned. Set aside to cool.
  • Mix lentils, vegetables, salt, lime juice, and feta.

ROASTED FALL VEGETABLES WITH LENTILS



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You can swap any fall veggie -- brussels sprouts, turnips, or cabbage -- into this warm salad. Don't skip the celery leaves: they may seem delicate, but they pack a lot of flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound carrots, halved lengthwise
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
1 small acorn squash, halved, seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch slices
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup dried French green lentils, rinsed
1 shallot, halved
4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced, plus leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. On two baking sheets,arrange carrots, onion, and squash; drizzlewith 2 tablespoons oil, and season with salt andpepper. Roast, turning once, until caramelizedand tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile,place lentils and shallot in a medium saucepanand cover with water by two inches.Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, untillentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain;discard shallot. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine vinegar and mustard. Pour remaining3 tablespoons oil in a slow steady stream,whisking constantly. Toss lentils and celerywith vinaigrette and season with saltand pepper. Spoon over roasted vegetables.Garnish with celery leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, Sodium 154 g

ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD



Roasted Vegetable Salad image

For even more flavor, mix field greens and crisp, crumbled bacon into this appealing veggie salad. Or whisk a tablespoon of honey into the dressing. Guests will love it! -Laura McAllister, Morganton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound small red potatoes, quartered
2 medium ears sweet corn, halved
1/2 pound baby portobello mushrooms, halved
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips
2 medium leeks (white portion only), cut into 2-inch lengths
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch lengths
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups cubed French bread
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Drizzle with 1/4 cup oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Place in 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute asparagus in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer., Cut corn from cobs; place in a large bowl. Stir in the bread, tomatoes, cheese, basil, asparagus and roasted vegetable mixture. For dressing, combine oil and vinegar; drizzle over mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm and flavorful vegetables. This will ensure that they hold their shape and flavor after roasting.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. This will help them caramelize and brown in the oven.
  • Roast the vegetables at a high temperature. This will help them caramelize and develop a crispy exterior.
  • Stir the vegetables occasionally while they are roasting. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Add the lentils and dressing to the roasted vegetables. This will create a delicious and satisfying salad.

Conclusion:

This roasted vegetable salad with lentils is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The roasted vegetables are packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and the lentils add protein and fiber. The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the flavors of the vegetables and lentils. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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