Lentil Tabbouleh Salad
Lentil Tabbouleh Salad is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines fluffy lentils with fresh herbs and colorful vegetables. Bursting with flavor and nutrients, this refreshing salad is perfect for summer picnics or as a healthy meal prep option. Easy to make and delightful on the palate, it’s a dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- ½ cucumber, peeled and diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of lentils and boil in 3 cups of water for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain excess water.
- Dice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Finely chop parsley.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked lentils with chopped veggies and pour dressing over. Toss gently to combine.
- Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for an hour before serving.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with any remaining dressing if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg