Red Lentil Salad with Fresh Herbs

Enjoy this light, vegan red lentil salad with fresh herbs, scallions, tomatoes, and a light olive oil and lemon juice dressing.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 172 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
• salt to taste (optional)
• 1 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable stock
• 7 ounces red lentils, picked over and rinsed
• 2 medium chopped green onions, white and green parts separated
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup minced fresh mint

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan and add drained lentils. Stir and reduce to a simmer. Simmer uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes. Lentils will be slightly undercooked. Drain, and allow to cool, about 30 minutes.

Step 2

Place cooled lentils in a large mixing bowl and add minced fresh parsley and mint. Add white parts of the green onions, reserving the chopped greens for the garnish. Add tomatoes.

Step 3

Combine extra-virgin olive oil and zest and juice of a lemon in a small bowl. Stir to combine, then pour over the salad and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, before serving.

Step 4

Before serving, taste and add salt, if desired. Garnish with reserved chopped green tops of green onions.