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Mediterranean Lentil Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad packed with lentils and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Lentils

  • 1 cup Green or Brown Lentils
  • 3 cups Water or Vegetable Broth
  • 1/2 Cucumber
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/4 Red Onion
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse lentils and cook in water or broth until tender, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Chop cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils and chopped vegetables.
  • Add feta cheese, parsley, mint, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Toss everything together until well mixed.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For added flavor, let the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving.
Keyword Lentils