Mediterranean Lentil Salad
 
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A simple, light, and filling salad that's perfect for meal prep!
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Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup French lentils
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion (for a milder taste, you can do 2 chopped green onions instead)
  • 3 radishes, quartered and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • Feta (as much or as little as you want)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼-1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
  1. Add the lentils and bay leaf to a pot with water covering them by 3 inches. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer, cooking uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until al dente (but not mushy). Once the lentils are done, drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Meanwhile, add the vegetables (onion through parsley) to a mixing bowl. Make the dressing by combining the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt in a jar or small bowl.
  3. Once the lentils have cooled, combine them with the vegetables and toss with the dressing. Mix in desired amount of feta. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  4. Leftovers will keep fresh in the fridge for several days.
Recipe by thyme & toast at https://thymeandtoast.com/mediterranean-lentil-salad/