Healthy Italian Lentils Salad
Prepare this healthy Italian lentil salad for a protein-rich lunch or dinner in under 30 mins. A quick and easy recipe to try any time when you need a protein boost.
Servings: 4
Calories: 233kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw lentils rinse and drain the water
- 2 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock or water
- ½ teaspoon Italian spice blend
- 2 small cucumbers diced into small pieces
- 1 Roma tomato pulp removed and diced into small pieces
- 2 tablespoon parsley chopped
- salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- In a medium pot add lentils, stock or water, Italian spice blend, salt and pepper. Mix well and bring the mixture to a boil. Cover the pot and cook the lentils for 15-18 mins or until well done on low heat. Turn off the heat and let the lentil cool down completely.
- In a large mixing bowl or salad bowl add cooked lentils, diced cucumber, tomato, and freshly chopped herbs. Prepare a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice to drizzle on the salad, mix gently to combine well.
- Garnish with more fresh herbs, lime wedges, and serve while it is fresh.
Notes
- You can cook the lentils in advance and make the salad just before serving.
- To make lentils more flavorful add garlic powder or freshly chopped garlic while cooking them.
Nutrition
Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.3g | Protein: 14.5g | Fat: 4.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 16.4g | Sugar: 4.9g | Iron: 5mg