Description
This Protein Packed Mediterranean Lentil Salad is a fresh, satisfying, easy recipe that works beautifully for a quick lunch, easy dinner, healthy snack plate, and meal prep bowl. Packed with tender lentils, crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and bright Mediterranean flavors, it is one of my favorite food ideas when I want simple breakfast ideas for later meal prep, light dinner ideas, and a protein-rich dish that still tastes vibrant and delicious.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked lentils
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup green beans, trimmed and lightly cooked
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the lentils until tender but not mushy, then drain and let them cool completely.
2. Prep the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green beans and place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the cooled lentils to the vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
5. Toss everything gently until evenly coated.
6. Fold in the feta and fresh dill, then serve right away or chill before serving.
Notes
Do not overcook the lentils or the salad can turn soft instead of staying fresh and textured.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
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