Lentil Salad

Lentil Salad

My favorite lentil salad recipe is made with lentils, tomatoes,cucumber, onion, fresh mint and lemon dressing. Super simple to make, and so light and refreshing is all tossed together in a mouthwatering lemon dressing!

Lentil Salad

• 1 cup uncooked lentils green, or brown lentils
• 1 cup English cucumber, finely diced
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly black pepper

1. Combine the lentils in a saucepan with 3 cups of water and stir to combine. Cook over medium-high heat until the broth reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.Use a strainer to drain and rinse the lentils in cold water and set aside.
2. While lentils are cooking prepare the dressing. In a small mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice,minced garlic,ground cumin, and season with salt ,freshly black pepper to taste.
3. Add the cooked lentils, cucumber, red onion,tomatoes,red bell pepper, mint and parsley to a large bowl. Drizzle evenly with the lemon dressing and toss until evenly combined.Serve immediately Enjoy.