Quinoa and Lentil Salad

This light and refreshing salad has carrots, bell pepper, and cucumber is mixed with lentils and quinoa in a citrus dressing sweetened with agave nectar.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 379 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 cups water
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ cup dry lentils
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 small carrot, chopped
• ½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• ½ cucumber, chopped
• sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon agave nectar
• 1 ½ cups quinoa

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring the quinoa and 6 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Run under cold water to cool; drain. Pour into a large bowl.

Step 2

Meanwhile, bring the lentils and 2 cups water to a boil in a separate saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Run under cold water to cool; drain any excess moisture.

Step 3

Whisk the rice vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and agave nectar together in a bowl until well incorporated. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa and stir to coat evenly. Add the lentils, carrot, cucumber, green onions, and yellow bell pepper; stir until evenly mixed. Serve immediately.