Mediterranean Lentil Salad

Mediterranean Lentil Salad

This lentil salad made with tender brown lentils, carrots, red onion, celery, and a fresh lemon dressing is a delicious and nutritious salad.

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
147 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Gather the ingredients.
Step 2
Combine lentils, carrots, onion, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme in a saucepan. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are tender but not mushy.
Step 3
Drain lentils and vegetables and remove bay leaf. Add olive oil, lemon juice, celery, parsley, salt and pepper. Toss gently to mix and serve at room temperature.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup dry brown lentils
  • 1 cup red onion, diced
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup chopped parsley
  • 0.5 cup diced celery

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